The unusual appearance of the Njoy Pothos tropical plant makes it an ideal option for indoor gardeners.
This comprehensive care guide will explore the hows, whys, and whens of everything your Njoy Pothos requires to remain healthy.
Find out where you can purchase this Epipremnum, its unique characteristics, and typical dangers to avoid.
What Is Njoy Pothos?
The Njoy Pothos is a perennial from the Araceae family classified under Epipremnum. It has beautiful rich green with cream to yellow variegation leaves, in the shape of a heart.
It is commonly known as Pothos Njoy, Devil’s Ivy, and E. Aureum Njoy. It’s typically known for its gorgeous variegation, which is why this is one of the most famous pothos plants.
The Devil’s Ivy nickname, a common name used among most pothos varieties, is more appropriate for this compact, vining plant. Its rich green leaves and white-edged variegation highly resemble the Ivy plant.
The Njoy Pothos would grow and thrive well in certain climates, preferably in hardiness zones 9-11.
Origin And Family
The Pothos Njoy comes from the Epipremnum genus, which belongs to the Araceae family. This plant is originally from the forests of Southeast Asia and Australia, and its botanical name is Epipremnum Aureum Njoy. Recently, it has become a popular houseplant that is typically easy to care for.
Discovered in 2002 by Dr. Ashish Arvind Hansoti, the same guy who found the Manjula Pothos, this tropical plant is a cultivar of Marble Queen Pothos. Although there’s a minimal resemblance between the two plants, the branch mutation is naturally occurring.
Where To Buy
The Njoy Pothos is available in local nurseries and home improvement superstores. Buying one on Etsy, where prices are typically lower, is the best option. Additionally, Etsy enables us to purchase directly from plant aficionados who cultivate this species at home.
The Njoy Pothos’s very affordable price range is from $15 for small plants to $40 for larger or more mature plants.
Njoy Pothos Plant Size
Indoors, the Njoy Pothos reaches a height of 8-10 feet and a width of 8-12 inches. This Epipremnum grows at a fast rate and beautifully thrives when placed near a north-facing window.
Njoy Pothos Care Needs
It will grow if you take careful care of your Njoy Pothos with its stunning variegation. This plant prefers humidity and slightly moist soil year-round.
Your Epipremnum should be watered when the top 1-2 inches of soil is dry. Ensure a thorough soaking, letting excess water drain from the bottom of the pot. This plant requires bright indirect light for optimal growth.
Take a look at the more detailed growing tips we’ve outlined below to maintain the health and happiness of your Njoy Pothos!
Care Difficulty
This Devil’s Ivy is generally easy-to-care-for. The amount of light and well-draining soil are the most important considerations for this beauty.
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Growth Rate
When grown indoors, the E. Aureum Njoy plant grows to 8-10 feet. It takes after its Marble Queen mother for its fast growth, while its more unique and compact growth pattern comes from its Manjula cousin. It grows most rapidly in the spring and summer.
Potting
Medium-sized terracotta pots or hanging baskets can be used for plant container needs. As a hanging plant, the Njoy is exquisite. It can also be trained to climb a moss pole or similar structure; although it is so bushy, it appears more attractive trailing than ascending. A critical need is that the container must have enough drainage; this climbing plant could die if left in moist soil for extended periods.
Repotting
Moving your Njoy Pothos into a larger pot gives its roots more room to grow. When it is time to repot a plant, you will generally observe roots growing through the drainage holes.
This tropical plant should be repotted approximately every 2 to 3 years. When filling the new pot, replacing the old, nutrient-deficient soil with a fresh batch of regular commercial potting soil is desirable.
Soil
The Devil’s Ivy thrives best in commercially available potting soil. This plant’s roots prefer a rather damp environment, so be careful to select soil components with the appropriate moisture retention characteristics. Create your own soil mix with peat, perlite, coco coir, and pumice.
Adequate drainage helps to prevent root rot and other illnesses. Consider incorporating coarse and granular debris into your soil to increase aeration.
These are some excellent options for plant media:
pH
You’ll want your soil’s pH to be between 6.1 and 6.5 for the E. aureum Njoy. Regular commercial potting soil has a pH close to this range, so you should not be particularly concerned.
Add wood ash, baking soda, or calcitic or dolomitic lime to your soil if you need to increase its pH. If you are concerned that the pH is too high, you can reduce it by adding sulfur or aluminum sulfate.
Utilize standard soil moisture meters that double as pH testers to determine the pH value of the soil.
Water
Pothos Njoy requires appropriate watering. If you overwater, you risk creating diseases like root rot. Your plant roots may dry up if you water them insufficiently, especially on warm days. In general, Pothos Njoy requires a relatively damp growing medium.
There is a straightforward method for determining whether your plant needs watering. Using a wooden skewer or a pencil, you may decide if the container still contains moist, muddy dirt. Alternatively, you can simply use your finger to detect dampness. When the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry, it is time to water your plant.
A porous container with drainage holes and an aerated, chunky soil mixture can aid in removing excess water.
Light
This easy-to-care-for houseplant prefers bright indirect sunlight for approximately 6-8 hours daily. If there’s excessive light, its leaves will turn yellow or white; if there’s a lack of light, its leaves may lose their variegation.
This beautiful variegated plant can tolerate low light conditions but not for long periods. If your Njoy Pothos isn’t getting enough light, you can move it closer to a window or consider investing in LED grow lights. Here are recommended artificial light products for you to choose from:
Avoid putting your Njoy Pothos in direct sunlight, as this could severely damage or even kill it.
Fertilizer
Plants, like people, need more food when they are actively growing because they are using up a lot of their energy. This growth spurt usually happens in spring and summer for the Devil’s Ivy. You can apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every other week during this time.
In the winter, fertilization is not needed because plant roots typically become dormant in the cold, which means they will not require additional food for growth.
Propagating Njoy Pothos
If the stem of your Njoy Pothos has grown too tall, trim it back and set the cuttings away for propagation! Listed below are step-by-step instructions for various techniques of propagation.
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— Virgo Plant Mum (@virgoplantmum) May 26, 2022
Stem Cuttings In Soil
Most plant lovers think placing stem cuttings straight into the soil is the easiest way to propagate a Pothos Njoy. This plant’s growing season is from spring to summer; thus, it is optimal to take cuttings at this time.
1. Cut. Cut a portion of the stem with new leaves and at least one node attached. Without a node, your cutting won’t be able to sprout fresh leaves.
2. Disinfect. If you have cinnamon or rooting powder, dip the cutting to disinfect the wound and encourage faster rooting.
3. Plant. Stick the disinfected cutting into your potting mix. Pro tip: Make sure that the nodes are buried.
4. Water. Water the soil and always keep it moist (but not soggy).
5. Maintain. The Njoy Pothos roots grow within 2-3 weeks. We recommend placing your new plant in a bright, shaded area with good airflow.
Stem Cuttings In Water
Water propagation is another easy method to root your Devil’s Ivy cuttings. Here are some steps to follow:
1. Cut. After harvesting a healthy cutting, pluck off the bottom leaves from its stem.
2. Submerge. Let the cutting sit in a glass of water. To avoid rot, ensure no leaves are below the water level.
3. Maintain. Keep your cutting in an area with bright, indirect light and good air circulation. A humidifier nearby can boost the plant’s health.
4. Refill. Replace the water each time it starts to turn murky. Keep the nodes submerged for faster root growth.
5. Transplant. Once the roots are long enough, plant your cutting into clean, well-aerated soil. Keep the soil moist to help the roots adjust.
Humidity And Aeration
Njoy Pothos is a stunning perennial that loves high humidity. We recommend keeping the air humidity levels around 50%-70% for best results.
In addition to taking water through its roots, your plant will require sustenance from the air. You can keep bowls of water around to evaporate or invest in a humidifier that increases humidity more consistently for your plant.
Temperature
The ideal temperature for your E. Aureum Njoy is 50-95 degrees Fahrenheit, and this tropical houseplant will appreciate being kept in warm locations.
More importantly, ensure you avoid any sudden spikes or drops in temperatures. Don’t use cold or hot water to water your E. Aureum Njoy so its roots won’t go into shock.
Toxic
You should be responsible when handling this plant if you have small children or pets. Toxic to humans and animals alike, the Devil’s Ivy contains high calcium oxalate crystals, which are poisonous and potentially dangerous if consumed. The following are possible side effects if eaten: irritation and swelling of lips and tongue, vomiting, or diarrhea. It can also cause skin irritation, so take special care when handling this beautiful plant. In most cases, this plant is considered non-life-threatening.
Toxic To Pets? | Care Specifics |
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Botanical Name | Njoy Pothos |
Common Name | Pothos Njoy, Devil’s Ivy, E. Aureum Njoy |
Plant Family | Araceae |
Origin | Southeast Asia and Australia |
Plant Type | perennial |
Leaf Shape | heart-shaped |
Leaf Color | rich green with cream to yellow variegation |
Recommended Home Placement | near a north-facing window |
Growth Rate | fast |
Light | bright indirect light |
Soil | standard commercial potting soil |
When To Water | Water when the top 1-2 inches of the soil is dry. |
When To Fertilize | every other week during growing season |
Preferred pH | 6.1-6.5 |
Humidity Range | 50%-70% |
Toxic To Pets? | Yes – symptoms include irritation and swelling of lips and tongue, vomiting, or diarrhea |
Common Pests & Diseases | spider mites, brown tips, scale insects, yellow leabes, root rot, mealy bugs, drooping leaves |
Pests, Diseases, And Other Problems
Does your Njoy Pothos appear ill? Most would agree that this plant has a high tolerance to pests, diseases, and general issues.
In the following parts, I will discuss the common issues threatening this lovely plant. Use the following recommendations to identify and treat Epipremnum.
Spider Mites
Unfortunately, spider mites are widespread, and E. Aureum Njoy is particularly vulnerable. Spider mite damage appears on the plant’s leaves as tiny brown or yellow patches. You might also see fine silk webbing when the infestation is severe.
Start by spraying your E. Aureum Njoy with water from a sink nozzle or a pressure sprayer. This basically dislodges the spider mites from the plant. If the first method fails, an organic pyrethrin spray will serve you well.
If you desire a more organic approach, releasing ladybugs in your indoor growing space can aid in reducing spider mite populations. There’s also a beetle known as the “Spider Mite Destroyer,” which may be challenging to acquire, but the name speaks for itself!
Scale Insects
On the stems or leaves of your Njoy Pothos, scale insects may manifest as bumps. Once attached to a plant, these little insects, which may be green, gray, brown, or black in appearance, are often sedentary.
If the infestation is not too bad, you can dissuade scale insects from attacking your plant with a teaspoon of neem oil diluted in four glasses of water. Spray the plant vigorously with a spray bottle.
Neem oil and horticultural oils might not kill the bugs, but they will definitely cause them harm. There are various pesticide sprays considered safe for indoor usage against scales.
Mealybugs
Your E. Aureum Njoy may include mealybugs. If you discover these microscopic parasites, which can be distinguished by their white “fluff,” you must act swiftly to prevent their spread.
Apply rubbing alcohol to a cotton ball to begin. Wipe your Epipremnum’s leaves to eliminate any apparent mealybugs.
In addition, 5mL of neem oil, 500mL of water, and 10 drops of liquid soap can be combined (as an emulsifier). A monthly application of this solution will not only make your plant leaves appear clean and glossy, but it will also deter mealybugs from populating your houseplant.
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Brown Leaf Tips
The browning of the leaf tips of your Pothos Njoy could be due to low humidity, overwatering, root injury, or soil compaction.
Occasionally, you may need to allow water to flow through the soil for a few minutes to remove excess minerals, salts, fertilizers, and pesticides. As long as you have a substrate that drains quickly and a container with drainage holes, you need not worry about drowning your plant’s roots.
Drooping Leaves
Causes of the Njoy Pothos’ drooping leaves include inconsistent watering, improper lighting, and lack of humidity. It may also be beneficial to clean the leaves of your plant with simple water and a microfiber cloth to eliminate the dust coating that can inhibit photosynthesis.
Yellow Leaves
If your Devil’s Ivy has yellowing leaves, you may need to explore various things to pinpoint the cause. Are you watering your plant insufficiently or excessively? Is your plant receiving sufficient light? Recently did you fertilize your plant? Are there unexpected weather shifts?
Yellowing leaves at the plant’s base may also indicate that the plant is growing and the leaf’s energy has been depleted. In this instance, simply remove the yellowing leaves so the plant may concentrate on producing new, green leaves.
Root Rot
A common cause of root rot in E. Aureum Njoy is overwatering, and excessive wetness may either drown your plant or encourage root-destroying fungal diseases.
Your Epipremnum will remain healthy if you determine the ideal level of fluids. Instead of limiting the quantity of water, you pour on your plant for fear of drowning the roots, you can give a substrate that drains and dries quickly. Take your typical potting soil and combine it with chunky yet lightweight components such as perlite, pumice, bark, coco cubes, coal, river sand, and others.
You must also ensure that your planter contains holes for water drainage. Choosing permeable pots made of terracotta or unglazed ceramic might allow the soil to dry more quickly.
Similar Plants
Love Pothos Njoy? Here are some additional related plant ideas to consider:
Marble Queen Pothos: – The Marble Queen Pothos is a hardy houseplant that may be grown in various conditions. When developed inside, the light green foliage with creamy white variegation provides a touch of elegance.
Manjula Pothos: – Whether you use it as a centerpiece or in a hanging basket, the distinct appearance and feel of this plant are all you need to brighten your day. Its attractive foliage is a sight to see.
Satin Pothos: -The heart-shaped and matte leaves of this tropical and easy-to-care-for plant make for an unparalleled aesthetic. Use it as a centerpiece or enjoy it in a hanging basket. No matter how you display it, you’re sure to care for this plant.
Neon Pothos: – The Neon Pothos is one of the most stunning plants of the pothos varieties. Because it can adapt to various lighting and water conditions, the Neon Pothos is also one of the easiest indoor plants to maintain.
Conclusion
The Njoy Pothos is a beautiful plant that is a joy to maintain. You will be rewarded for caring for this plant when you see its stunning variegation emerge.
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