Varigated Albo Pothos

🌿 Variegated Albo Pothos Overview

Botanical Name: Epipremnum aureum ‘Albo-Variegata’
Common Names: Albo Pothos, White Variegated Pothos, Marble Albo, Snow Queen (closely related cultivar)
Family: Araceae
Origin: Native to Southeast Asia and the Solomon Islands
Type: Evergreen tropical vine (houseplant)

✨ Description

The Variegated Albo Pothos is a rare and highly sought-after variety of Epipremnum aureum, known for its bold white and cream variegation marbled across deep green, heart-shaped leaves, holes and fenstration.
Each leaf has a unique pattern — some nearly all white, others dramatically speckled or streaked — giving the plant a snowy, elegant look.

• Leaf shape: Broad and heart-shaped

• Color: Green with white to cream patches or streaks

• Growth form: Trailing or climbing vine

• Texture: Smooth and glossy

☀️ Light Requirements

• Prefers bright, indirect light to maintain strong variegation.

• Too little light → new leaves may revert to solid green.

• Too much direct sun → white sections can burn easily.

• Ideal placement: near an east- or north-facing window, or filtered south light.

💧 Watering

• Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry.

• Avoid soggy soil — white variegated sections have less chlorophyll, so the plant grows slower and uses less water.

• Reduce watering frequency in winter.

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Temperature: 65–85°F (18–29°C)

• Humidity: Average household humidity (40–60%) is fine, though higher (60%+) encourages larger leaves and faster growth.

• Keep away from drafts, heaters, or AC vents.

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Use a well-draining mix — think loose and airy:

  • 1 part potting soil

  • 1 part perlite or pumice

  • 1 part orchid bark or coco coir

• Repot every 1–2 years when roots fill the pot.

🌸 Fertilization

• Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength.

• Do not fertilize in winter when growth slows.

🌿 Growth Habit

• Naturally climbing or trailing.

• Great for hanging baskets, shelves, or moss poles.

• Indoors, vines typically reach 3–6 feet, but can grow much longer if trained.

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Prune to maintain fullness and remove reverted (all-green) leaves.

• Wipe leaves regularly to keep the white areas clean and prevent dust buildup.

• Rotate plant periodically for even growth.

🌱 Propagation

• Stem cuttings are the easiest method:

  1. Cut a section with at least one node and one leaf.

  2. Root in water or moist perlite/moss.

  3. Once roots reach ~2 inches, transplant to soil.

Note: All-white cuttings may not root or survive well, as they lack chlorophyll — choose sections with some green.

🪲 Common Issues

• Yellow leaves: Overwatering or poor drainage

• Brown patches on white areas: Sunburn or fertilizer burn

• Reverting to green: Too little light

• Pests: Watch for mealybugs, spider mites, and aphids

📏 Mature Size

• Indoors: 3–6 ft trailing (potentially more with support)

• Leaf size: 3–6 inches long

💎 Fun Fact

The Albo Pothos is sometimes confused with the Marble Queen or Snow Queen pothos — however, Albo typically has larger white patches, more irregular marbling, and slower growth due to reduced chlorophyll. Each leaf is essentially a one-of-a-kind natural pattern.