Golden Pothos vs Scindapsus pictus

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Epipremnum aureum
Low light
Scindapsus pictus
Bright indirect
Water
Epipremnum aureum
Low
Scindapsus pictus
Moderate
Difficulty
Epipremnum aureum
Easy
Scindapsus pictus
Moderate
Toxic to Pets
Epipremnum aureum
Scindapsus pictus
Family
Epipremnum aureum
Araceae
Scindapsus pictus
Araceae

Epipremnum aureum

Pothos is a species in the arum family Araceae, native to Mo'orea in the Society Islands of French Polynesia. The species is a popular houseplant in temperate regions, but has also become naturalised...

Scindapsus pictus

Scindapsus pictus, commonly called satin pothos, silver pothos, or silver vine, is a species of flowering plant in the aroid or arum family, Araceae, native to Bangladesh, Borneo, India, Java,...

Comparison Summary

Light
{"a":"Low light","b":"Bright indirect"}
Water
{"a":"Low","b":"Moderate"}
Difficulty
{"a":"Easy","b":"Moderate"}
Toxic To Pets
{"a":"Yes","b":"No"}
Family
{"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
Max Height
{"a":"6-10 ft (trailing)","b":"Varies"}
Native Region
{"a":"","b":"Bangladesh, Borneo, India, Java, Peninsular Malaysia, the..."}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Golden Pothos or Scindapsus pictus?

For ease of care, Golden Pothos. Golden Pothos is easy difficulty while Scindapsus pictus is moderate difficulty.

Do Golden Pothos and Scindapsus pictus need the same light?

Golden Pothos prefers low light while Scindapsus pictus prefers bright indirect.

Are Golden Pothos and Scindapsus pictus safe for pets?

Golden Pothos is toxic to pets and Scindapsus pictus is pet-safe.

Can I grow Golden Pothos and Scindapsus pictus together?

They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.