Marble Queen Pothos | Epipremnum aureum ‘Marble Queen’, 6"HB

The leaves of the Marble Queen are splattered with a creamy white marbling giving it an elegant sophisticated look.

Key Information and Plant Overview

• Binomial Name: Epipremnum aureum ‘Marble Queen’
• Care Level: Easy
• Light: Bright, indirect
• Water: Allow the top 2” of the soil to dry
• Pet Friendly: No

Perhaps the fussiest of all the Pothos. The leaves of the Marble Queen are splattered with a creamy white marbling giving it an elegant sophisticated look. This white marbling requires bright indirect light to keep it looking pristine and fast-growing.

PlantX Top Tip: To prevent elongation and leggy growth, rotate the plant and keep it in brighter light. 

How to Care for Marble Queen Pothos

• Light: Bright indirect light
• Water: Allow the top 2 inches of the soil to dry before watering.
• Humidity: Average relative humidity of 25% to 49%
• Temperature: Average from 18°C to 24°C (65°F - 75°F)
• Fertilizer: Follow a monthly fertilizing schedule when the plant is actively growing. In most cases, this is in the spring and summer. Use a balanced fertilizer - this means a ratio of NPK that is all the same. Ex: 10-10-10.
• Soil: Use a well-draining, high organic matter soil mix.
• Propagation: Stem cuttings
• Repotting: This can be done every 12-18 months. Choose a pot that is 2” larger in diameter than the original pot.
• Cleaning Tip: Remove dried or damaged leaves to provide airflow and keep the plant looking fresh.
• Toxicity: Toxic. Keep plants away from children and pets.

Marble Queen Pothos - Common Problems

My plant is wilting: Pothos is a great companion, they tell you exactly when they need to be watered. If the leaves are starting to droop down, it’s time to water!

The leaves turning yellow: There is a chance your plant is overwatered. Allow the top 2 inches of the soil to dry before watering again. Plants also lose their leaves at the base as they grow older, this is natural.

The tips of my plant turning brown: Browning leaves are a sign of far too much sun or not enough water. Place your plant in a spot with bright indirect light but no direct sun. This will burn the leaves.

Signs of Overwatering: New growth becomes soft and brown and the leaves begin to drop.

Common Pests: Mealybugs, spider mites, and scale.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to propagate marble queen pothos? Marble Queen Pothos is easy to propagate in water and any other pothos for that matter. To start, take a pair of clean scissors and cut about a quarter-inch below a node on a stem that has a few leaves. The node is where the petiole and leaves develop on the stem and cutting below a node is important because that’s where new roots sprout from. Stick the cutting in a jar of room-temperature water and place it in an area that receives bright, indirect light. Always make sure the node is under the water in the jar and replace it completely once a week or so in order to keep it clean. Once the roots are two to three inches long you can plant your cutting in its permanent pot with moist soil.

Why is my pothos turning yellow? The Marble Queen leaves tend to turn yellow, especially if you do not give them the care they need, and can be a result of improper watering, pest infestation, or disease. The Marble Queen prefers dry soil. Water your Marble Queen plant when the top 2 inches of soil has become dry, distilled water is preferred, as it is free from salts. Another option is rainwater, as it contains only a few contaminants. Pests rarely affect pothos, but when they do check the stems and leaves of your Marble Queen for any sign of insect infestation.

How to propagate pothos in soil? To start, take a pair of clean scissors and cut about a quarter-inch below a node on a stem that has a few leaves. The node is where the leaves grow out of the stem and cutting below a node is important because that’s where new roots sprout from. At least one node needs to be buried into a small container with moistened potting mix. Place the container in a location with bright, indirect light and keep the potting mix moist but not wet as the roots develop.