15 Types of Pothos That Are Very Easy to Grow Indoors

The Glacier pothos gets its name from the speed at which it grows and the icy white hues variegated with heart-shaped green leaves. Even though this is a slow-growing plant, the unique coloring makes it one of the most popular for plant lovers.

However, it can be challenging to find. Others that look similar to the glacier pothos include Njoy, Marble queen, and pearls and jade pothos.

If you’re hoping to get one for yourself, it’s best to check out sellers that work with rare plants in person or online. Then, you may be lucky enough to find one to bring home!

For many people, nothing beats the original when it comes to pothos plants. Jade pothos is known for its heart-shaped, deep green leaves that trail down the sides when placed in a hanging basket.

Another perk to owning this type of pothos is how easy it is to care for and maintain. In addition, they tend to be less picky since they do not have any variegated leaves that need lots of bright light. They can live in medium light, making almost any room in your home a great place to grow.

They also tend to be much easier to find than other types. Almost any garden center or plant store will have a jade pothos for you to take home. Don’t confuse them with the jade succulent. Even though the names are similar, they are very different.

If you’re hoping for an awe-inspiring pothos plant with unique cream, white, and green leaves, the Manjula is for you. Unfortunately, they are a rare find and most likely won’t be at your local garden centers.

It’s also a bit pickier and more selective than other types of pothos. Thanks to its marbled white leaves, it requires a good amount of bright indirect sunlight. Without enough sunlight, the plant can grow dull leaves that will emerge with more green instead of the splashes of white that make it a fan favorite.

Growing in a south or east-facing window will usually allow enough indirect sunlight. Be sure to turn it a quarter turn with each water to ensure that all sides get enough light.

Of all the types, the golden pothos is arguably the most common one you will come across. It’s a fan favorite thanks to its unique variegated green and yellow foliage, quick growth, and low maintenance.

It’s also relatively easy to find at local garden centers and plant stores. In addition to adding beauty to a space, it’s also known for increasing indoor air quality.

Many find that placing the golden pothos on a shelf and allowing the stands to hang down is a visually appealing way to display their plant. Others like to place it in a hanging basket.

The Cebu Blue is a fan favorite, thanks to its elongated leaves that come in a gorgeous, silvery blue hue.

While the beauty and uniqueness of the plant win over houseplant enthusiasts, it’s known to be a bit needier than other pothos types. Cebu blue prefers over 50% humidity to stay healthy and thriving. Place a dish with gravel-filled water beneath it; the plant will revel in humid air all day.

You could also use a small room humidifier to keep the humidity levels at an appropriate level. Be sure to use distilled water to prevent buildup in the machine and on your plant’s leaves.

Another slow-growing but strikingly beautiful white pothos is the marble queen. Characterized by its white and marble variegation, it remains one of the most popular and sought-after pothos varieties.

Even though it’s a slow-growing plant, it’ll begin to trail down the sides of the pot as it grows, making it stunning in hanging baskets. Others will display it on a high shelf, allowing the strands to make a statement.

In order to ensure that the marble queen will produce leaves full of variegation, you’ll want to grow it in bright indirect sunlight. Generally, placing it in a room with south or east-facing windows will allow enough light for the plant to remain happy and healthy.

If you’re hoping for a plant that allows for a unique display, neon pothos may be the way to go.

They are known for their bright-colored leaves and their ability to be grown in water. Use a clear glass vase or pot to home the neon pothos, and make sure to put the plant in a place where it will be safe and undisturbed. Remember to keep the water clean by changing it weekly.

If growing in water doesn’t sound appealing to you, they can also be grown in pots of soil.

The Hawaiian pothos is known and loved for its dramatic coloring and large leaves. The leaves are deep green, often dotted with golden yellow to add the perfect amount of visual interest.

Many people prefer to grow their Hawaiian pothos in a hanging basket to take in the visual beauty of its long and trailing branches. Growing the plant in a well-lit area will increase the number of gold speckles on the leaves. If it’s grown in an area without as much light, the leaves will become more dull and plain green.

Another newer variety of pothos is the Pearls and Jade. This houseplant was created in a lab at the University of Florida in an effort to grow a strongly variegated plant with striking colors.

Stunning white, cream and green variegated leaves are the star of this highly coveted pothos. Its slow growth pattern and uniquely shaped foliage make it a great addition to your desk or on a shelf.

You’ll want to ensure that it has an adequate light to keep the patterned leaves happy and thriving! Rooms with south or east-facing windows will provide the most light.

Pay close attention to the leaves as they are susceptible to sunburn!

One of the most unique plants on this list is the baltic blue pothos. Not only are they blue in hue, but they also have fenestrated leaves.

The leaves will create more fenestrations (holes) when the amount of sunlight they get increases. Therefore, it’s best to place it in bright indirect sunlight.

In addition to the unique holes, the leaves are a deep green that begins to appear blue as the plant ages.

The baltic blue is a new plant, recently released in 2022, making it less common to find than other varieties.

Silver Satin Pothos is another vining houseplant with stunning silvery marbled dark green leaves. Since the leaves are not glossy, they appear to come off as bluish silver instead of deep green.

While satin shares many traits and looks with traditional pothos plants, it is not a true pothos. Even though, many people do consider it to be thanks to its looks.

Even without the official classification, satin pothos remains one of the most coveted and cherished plants by collectors.

Jessenia pothos is known for its eye-catching marbling of lemon yellow and emerald green hues. Many people find that displaying them in a hanging basket is the best way to show off the stunning coloration of the leaves.

Placing them in a well-lit room with south or east-facing windows allows for adequate light. Also, be sure to rotate them a quarter turn with each watering to ensure that all of the leaves get enough sunlight.

Since jessenia is a relatively new plant, it can be challenging to find and may need to be purchased online or at a specialty plant store.

Snow Queen pothos are, you guessed it, covered in white. Unfortunately, this variety is one of the rarer types and can be challenging to find in store.

While they have some green mixed in, they’re known for their uniformed white variegation. Due to the lack of chlorophyll making the leaves green, snow queen pothos are incredibly slow growing and need to be in areas with bright indirect sunlight for survival.

It’s best to grow them in pots on sunny window sills. However, if you notice that it’s slowly becoming more green, try to find another place for the plant that has more light. You could even try using a grow light.

When it comes to white and green pothos varieties, the harlequin pothos may take the title for the boldest pattern. Even though they look similar to manjula pothos, these plants have much more white in their leaves.

While the white may make it more beautiful, it’s also the reason they are so slow growing. With very little green in the leaves, there is little chlorophyll to convert the sun’s energy into plant energy through photosynthesis.

To help ensure that it receives enough light, be sure to grow your harlequin in rooms with south or east-facing windows.

Another new kid on the block is the global green pothos. It’s becoming increasingly popular thanks to its unique lime green and yellow variegated color scheme. If you are hoping to make the green even more vibrant, place it in bright light and watch it light up!

In addition to amazing color, growing in bright light will also produce large heart-shaped leaves that so many pothos plants are known and loved for.

Global green is another rare variety, and you may have a hard time finding it at local nurseries or plant stores. Check with a locally owned store to see if they could help you find one.

In the end, whether you love the white and green patterns in pearls and jade, glacier, or marble queen or want to stick with the classic jade or even golden pothos varieties, you will not be disappointed with its beauty.

Many plants can be found at local plant stores or nurseries, making it easy to bring your newest plant baby home with you today!