5 Varieties of Pothos for Your Next Low-Maintenance Indoor Plant

Pothos are among the easiest houseplants to grow indoors. With minimal care, they make perfect choices for beginner gardeners or anyone looking for hassle-free greenery. Not only do they thrive on window sills, kitchen counters, and sunlit tables, but their lush foliage also cascades beautifully from hanging baskets, adding an elegant touch to any space.

If you're new to pothos, you might not realize how many different types are available. Read on to discover more about these beloved plants and explore some of the most popular varieties that make excellent houseplants.

Common Features of Pothos Plants

Most Pothos varieties are trailing or climbing plants, renowned for their ability to adapt to various growing conditions, making them simple to maintain indoors. According to Dan Stuppiello, division merchandise manager of live goods at The Home Depot, 'They can survive in low light, though they thrive with medium to bright light; they are forgiving if you occasionally forget to water, and their thicker leaves mean they don’t require high humidity.' Many popular Pothos varieties also boast variegated leaves, marked with streaks or splashes of white, cream, yellow, or green. Additionally, Pothos are incredibly easy to propagate, making it easy to share them with loved ones.

Types of Pothos

1. Golden Pothos

This reliable variety is characterized by deep green, heart-shaped leaves with streaks of cream, gold, and yellow. 'It grows fairly quickly, which is highly rewarding,' Stuppiello explains. 'Like most Pothos, if grown vertically in a warm, sunny spot, the leaves will grow significantly larger, making it a stunning focal point in your home.'

2. Global Green Pothos

This newer variety from Japan is known for its striking green-on-green variegation, according to Stuppiello. 'The medium-green leaves feature irregular darker green edges, and each leaf is uniquely captivating,' he says. 'It’s also one of the quicker-growing varieties due to its higher chlorophyll content, which promotes growth.'

3. Manjula Pothos

This slower-growing Pothos variety features dark green leaves marbled or streaked with white, cream, gray, and light green. 'The leaves of this plant tend to be larger than those of other varieties, and there’s a greater variety of variegation patterns from leaf to leaf,' Stuppiello explains.

4. Neon Pothos

This type of pothos, an older variety, continues to be a favorite due to its eye-catching leaf color. Unlike many pothos varieties that feature variegated foliage, this one has solid chartreuse leaves. As Stuppiello explains, "The more light it receives, the more radiant the leaves become." This distinct trait helps it stand out from other pothos types, offering a beautiful contrast with traditional houseplants that have darker green leaves.

5. Marble Queen Pothos

As one of the oldest and most popular varieties, this pothos showcases heart-shaped green leaves with creamy white streaks marbling through them.