How to Grow and Care for Marble Queen Pothos

Marble queen pothos is a variety of pothos with beautiful white and cream variegation. Similar to other types of pothos, the marble queen pothos grows well indoors. It prefers bright, indirect light, moist but well-draining soil, and average household temperatures and humidity.

Note that the marble queen pothos can be toxic to people and pets.

Common Name	Marble queen pothos
Botanical Name	Epipremnum aureum 'Marble Queen'
Family	Araceae
Plant Type	Perennial, vine
Mature Size	10 ft long, 3 ft wide (indoors)
Sun Exposure	Partial
Soil Type	Loamy, moist but well-draining
Soil pH	Acidic
Bloom Time	Spring, summer
Flower Color	Green, white
Hardiness Zones	11-12
Native Area	Australia
Toxicity	Toxic to people, pets

Marble Queen Pothos Care

Here are the basic requirements for growing marble queen pothos:

• Choose a location with medium to bright indirect light.
• Plant in a soil mix that is rich and well-draining.
• Allow the soil to nearly dry out between waterings.
• Fertilize once a month during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Light

As with most pothos, marble queen pothos does best with medium to bright, indirect light. Due to their white variegation, these pothos can't tolerate low light, which will cause the variegation to revert and the growth to slow.

At the same time, the delicate leaves are sensitive to burning in direct sunlight, so avoid extended periods of harsh, direct light.

Soil

A soil mix that is rich and well-draining is best for the marble queen pothos. Mixes designed for aroids or soilless mixes are both great options

However, you can also make your own at home by combining one part potting soil, one part perlite, and one part orchid bark.

Water

Marble queen pothos enjoys consistent watering but is also relatively drought tolerant, so don’t panic if you forget the occasional watering. Ideally, the soil should be allowed to mostly dry out between watering. Use a moisture meter to determine whether or not it's time to water.

Temperature and Humidity

Marble queen pothos makes an ideal houseplant, because they thrive in standard household temperature and humidity levels. They are not cold-tolerant plants, so avoid exposing them to temperatures below 50°F.

While not required, providing your marble queen pothos with some extra humidity will help encourage strong, vigorous growth. They grow well in humid rooms such as kitchens or bathrooms.

Fertilizer

Fertilize your marble queen pothos once a month during the spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer to encourage strong, healthy growth. Stop fertilizing once the temperatures begin to drop in the fall.

Propagating Marble Queen Pothos

Marble queen pothos can be easily propagated by stem cuttings, which is a great way to encourage fuller growth on your existing plant or create new plants to share with friends. To propagate your marble queen pothos, follow these steps:

1. Take stem cuttings from your plant that have at least four to five nodes on each cutting.
2. Remove the bottom two to three leaves from each cutting to expose the nodes, leaving at least two leaves at the top of the cuttings.
3. Place your cuttings in a glass jar filled with water, ensuring that the bottoms of the cuttings are submerged.
4. Place the jar in a location that receives medium to bright indirect light, and change the water every week to keep it fresh.
5. Once the roots are at least 1 inch long, plant the cuttings in pre-moistened soil and pat them firmly into place.
6. Put the cuttings back in a spot that receives medium to bright indirect light, and keep the soil consistently moist for the first one to two weeks after planting.

Potting and Repotting Marble Queen Pothos

Repot marble queen pothos plants once they've outgrown their pot. You will know it's time when roots are growing out of the drainage hole or out of the top of the soil. Follow these steps to repot:

1. Choose a new container for your pothos that is only a few inches larger than the old pot.
2. Remove your plant from its existing container.
3. Plant the pothos in the new pot and fill in the excess space with fresh soil, patting it down firmly around the plant's roots.
4. Water your plant thoroughly to help it settle into it's new pot, allowing the excess water to drain from the pot's drainage holes.
5. Return the plant to its original location.

Common Pests & Plant Diseases

Keep an eye out for a few common pests including mealybugs, scale, fungus gnats, and spider mites. Regularly inspecting your plant for signs of pests is the best way to prevent full-blown infestations.

In addition, the marble queen is also susceptible to root rot, which commonly results from overwatering or improper drainage. Watch out for mushy stems and roots, which are the first signs your plant may be suffering from root rot.

Common Problems With Marble Queen Pothos

Generally, marble queen pothos are low-maintenance, problem-free houseplants. However, issues can arise if you are not watering your plant correctly, or if it is not receiving enough light. Two common problems that you may notice with your marble queen pothos are browning leaves and yellowing leaves.

Browning Leaves

Browning leaves are usually a result of under-watering or a lack of humidity. Ensure that you are providing your pothos with regular watering, and avoid placing it in locations that are overly dry, like near a drafty window or heating vent.

Yellow Leaves

The leaves on your marble queen pothos will start to turn yellow if you have overwatered your plant, exposed it to too much direct sunlight, or if you have not provided your plant with enough sunlight.

This can be a tricky one to diagnose, but take stock of your current care routine for your plant and see which scenario is the likely culprit.

From: thespruce