Krabi Pothos (Epipremnum pinnatum Krabi)

Krabi Pothos Plant Features

Krabi Pothos is an interesting selection of Epipremnum pinnatum we found and have been very pleased with. We hope you will be, too! 

This selection sports leaves similar to Albo Pothos in that they're long and narrow and variegated. As the plant is allowed to climb and mature, the leaves will fenestrate (develop slits and holes, making it even more textural). It differs from Albo in that instead of being variegated with white, the leaves are variegated with silver. It's almost more of a silvery overlay. Up close, it's unique and different. 

It's just as easy to grow as other Pothos varieties; the more light it gets inside, the happier it will be and the faster it will grow. It looks its best when allowed to climb a wall or other structure so you can enjoy those big, textural leaves. 

Our Plant Hunter found Krabi in Southeast Asia and named it after a region of Thailand he enjoys visiting. 

Krabi Pothos Growing Instructions

Krabi Pothos Light Needs

This variegated houseplant loves bright light, but will survive in medium and even low light conditions. Its optimal position is within 3 feet or so of a good-sized, unobstructed east- or west-facing window. But it will generally survive as far back as 6 feet from a window. It grows in both natural and artificial light equally well.

Watering Your Krabi Pothos

Krabi Pothos has average water needs. It thrives in our Wick & Grow self-watering container, but if you prefer to water it the old-fashioned way, let the top 25 to 50 percent or so of the potting mix dry between waterings. It may start to wilt if it gets too dry. (But always check the potting mix before watering a wilted plant; once root rot sets it, it may also wilt from being too wet.)

Note: We offer it in a self-watering system. This self-watering system constantly delivers a small amount of moisture to the potting mix, keeping it just moist enough for the plant without overwatering.

Krabi Pothos Humidity Needs

This houseplant does well with the humidity levels found in most homes or offices (40 to 60 percent). Because it's from tropical rainforest areas, it prefers higher humidity levels when available.

Fertilizing Krabi Pothos

For best growth, fertilize this houseplant at least twice a year. Spring and summer are typically the best times to fertilize as the sun is stronger and the days are longer. Use a fertilizer formulated for use on houseplants and follow the directions on the product packaging. You can fertilize it more often if you wish for your plant to grow faster, but never exceed the recommendations on the product packaging (in terms of quantity or frequency). Excess fertilizer can burn and kill the roots.

The brighter the spot you grow it in, the more beneficial regularly fertilizing your pothos can be.

Pruning

Krabi Pothos does not require pruning to grow well. But if you wish to prune to control its size, you can prune any time of the year. As your plant matures, it will want to climb. You can grow up a moss pole, wall, or other support if you wish. If you like to keep yours compact, pinch back new growth as often as necessary to maintain its shape.

Our crop comes from cuttings taken from our Mother Plants. Our growers prune the plants to create an upright mound to reduce physical damage that may affect the plant in shipping.

This variety is grown for ornamental use and is not intended for human or animal consumption. We advise keeping it out of reach from children or pets that may nibble.

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  Water

  Medium water needs

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  Light

  Indoors: High light

  Indoors: Low light

  Indoors: Medium light

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  Colors

  Variegated

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  Special Features

  Super-easy to grow

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