Jessenia pothos is beautiful, with heart-shaped leaves full of shades of green. While it’s often confused with the marble queen pothos, jessenia is a relatively new and rare, slow-growing variety that is stealing the hearts of houseplant collectors worldwide.
| Scientific Name | Epipremnum Aureum ‘Jessenia’ |
| Common Name | Jessenia Pothos |
| Origin | South America |
| Plant Type | Vine |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Growth Rate | Fast-growing |
| Hardiness Zones | USDA Zones 10 to 12 |
| Humidity Levels | Moderate to High |
| Soil Type and pH | Well-draining soil and Acidic |
| Propagation Methods | Stem cutting |
| Toxicity | Toxic to pets (dogs and cats) |
| Mature Size | 10 feet long indoors and 30 feet long outdoors |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer |
Jessenia Pothos Care
Like all pothos, they’re straightforward to care for, adding to the allure.
Light
Jessenia pothos prefers bright indirect light. Avoid placing them directly in the window as the sun can burn the leaves. However, bright light is needed to create the variegated patterns that they’re known and coveted for.
Water
They can tolerate drought well, but watering is essential. Check the pot weekly for moisture levels by inserting your finger into the soil—water when the top 2 inches of the soil are dry.
Fertilizer
During summer, you can feed them once a month with a balanced houseplant fertilizer to encourage growth. However, they’ll be fine without feeding.
Soil
They like well-draining soil. You can use a standard potting mix; adding about 10% perlite will help add extra drainage.
Repotting
Jessenia pothos is a slow-growing plant. Repot with fresh soil once every two years or when the roots have begun growing through the bottom. Whichever comes first.
Humidity
Luckily, they’re not too fussy. Jessenia pothos do well in 50% humidity but can survive just fine in more or less. They’ll do well in almost all areas of your home with adequate light.
Preferred Temperature
Jessenia pothos are tropical and prefer to be kept between 64-73 ° Fahrenheit (18-23 °Celsius).
How to Propagate Jessenia Pothos
Propagating jessenia pothos is straightforward.
- To begin, cut a strand from the plant. Be sure to allow for at least two nodes to be included.
- Remove leaves from the bottom of the cutting and place them in clean water. Keep the water clean by replacing it weekly.
- You will want to place the glass in a sunny and warm place. Roots will begin to appear within a month.
- Allow the roots to mature and plant the cutting in fresh soil. You can add the cutting to your current jessenia pothos to create a fuller look.
Common Problems With Jessenia Pothos
While Pothos plants are generally easy to care for, there are a few things that can be alarming. Here are some of the most common problems owners may face.
Lean or Thin in Appearance
If you’re hoping to create a fuller look, try propagating. Propagating and replanting the cuttings in the same pot allows your jessenia pothos to become fuller and thicker.
Lost Its Variegation
It can be very disheartening if your plant has lost the color splotches and stripes from its leaves. The lack of sunlight is the most common reason it has lost its coloring. Move it closer to the window to ensure it is getting enough light.
Sometimes, this happens naturally. For example, you can cut back a strand to the last variegated leaf and hope it regrows new leaves as variegated.
Leaves Turning Brown
If you notice browning leaves, it’s most likely under-watered. Check the soil and water if it feels dry.
Brown spots can also be a sign of sunburn. If they’re kept too close to the sun, they can develop sunburn, especially if they have water on their leaves. Move them away from the sun and remove any dried leaves as they will not return to green and healthy.
FAQs
Jessenia pothos is rare. They’re slow-growing and have a newer variety of pothos. The best place to look for them is online stores like Etsy or rare plant sellers.
The leaves of a jessenia pothos are mottled dark and light green variegated and don’t have large patches of color. They also do not have any yellow or white on them. You can tell a jessenia pothos almost immediately by the leaves.
