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Pothos are beautiful plants at their best and very popular in many homes, tucking gracefully into accessories and hanging gracefully from baskets. Having a rare Pothos is a real treat.
As houseplants, they make great additions as they are easy to grow and low maintenance. You can usually recognize them by their shiny, feathery leaves.
Pothos are also known as Devil’s Ivy, and they thrive on shining clues light They need very good drainage to grow well and ideally like tall plants. humidity levels
The best temperature for Pothos is between 18°C – 29°C and enjoys fertilizer every month during the growing season.
Interestingly, there is only one natural species of Pothos, which is Epipremnum aureum. Although gardeners have developed many varieties, they are still cultivars and there are no hybrid Pothos.
This means for the avid collector that there are several Pothos that are rare due to the difficulty in obtaining them, so you can expect to pay a bit more for these rarer varieties of Pothos.
Let’s take a look at the 10 Rarest Pothos Varieties
1) Pothos Harlequin
This is normally considered the rarest of the Pothos, and it can certainly be difficult to get your hands on one.
If you are looking for it, be sure to only buy from a reputable dealer, as it is often mistaken for a different type and often mislabeled.
The scientific name of harlequin pothos it is Epipremnum Aureum Harlequin, although it can be called Harlequin.
Make sure that’s all the information on the label, because you can buy Manjula Pothos instead.
Harlequins get their name from the unique leaves that are extremely variegated with large white areas interspersed with green.
They are more variegated than the Manjula Pothos, but the confusion stems from the similarity of the leaves, as both have a broad teardrop shape.
You may recognize the Harlequin as there should be a lot more of the green and white variety.
2) Pothos Manjula
Heart-shaped leaves are a favorite of pothos collectors. They are large with beautiful green and cream markings.
They are often difficult to follow and you may need to contact a store specializing in rare plants to purchase one.
If you manage to buy one, you’ll love the beauty and low maintenance of the plant.
This cultivar was developed by the University of Florida who state that this plant should be kept away from children and pets as it is toxic to both if any part is ingested.
A point to note here is that because the University of Florida still owns the patent on Pothos, they are not allowed to reproduce it.
The Manjula is rare due to the variety of leaves and the special heart-shaped leaves. Although they are heart-shaped, they curl at the ends and rarely lie flat like other species.
Leaf colors range from white to silver, cream to green and are often compared to abstract paintings.
It is important that you pay attention to the light the Pothos receives as it can affect the colors, so be prepared to move your plant around and strike a happy balance for the colors.
3) Emerald Pothos
This Pothos is also considered one of the rarest because it is difficult to find. They are rare due to the unique leaf shape and green-on-green variety not seen on any other Pothos.
These Pothos grow very well in hanging baskets as they are the cascading type that descends as they grow. As with most other Potho this plant should not be placed in direct sunlight as this changes the color of the leaves.
4) Jessica Potos
The variegated effect of these leaves is a kind of mottled look and the leaves look more delicate than other Pothos. You will also see that the two shades of green are very close to each other.
The two shades of green are called chartreuse and dark emerald and together with small white areas give the familiar look of marble.
Since this Pothos is considered color stable, it can be placed in rooms with different lighting and still work well.
The light spots will highlight the beautiful color formations of the marble sheets and placing them where people can get a closer look at the plant is a good idea to enjoy.
5) Global Green Pothos
This Pothos is much less common than others like the Golden or Jade Pothos, so if you come across one you might want to pick it up.
These are one of the lesser known Pothos, although they have grown in popularity in recent years.
The leaves are dark green and beautifully textured. They have a lime green and emerald color that gives them their special appeal.
6) Moonlight Pothos
This is also known as Moonlight Scindapsus and they work wonders. The heart-shaped leaves are delicate and have a silvery-blue hue. The plant is easy to train for climbing or following.
Once you put them on their course, they gracefully wrap around posts, posts, trellises and other supports. They will also do well in hanging baskets.
7) Pothos Glacier
The leaves of this Pothos are bright white and soft green and it is a Pothos that can now be seen more often in good garden centres. Previously they were very hard to find, but these days they seem to be more available.
Because it is a small variegated variety that is best suited for coffee tables and desks, ideal for small spaces while still looking spectacular.
The leaves are broad and have well-defined markings of creamy white and emerald green.
This plant does not look the best due to its small size and being placed downwards. Ideally, it looks best as a centerpiece.
If you want to use this Pothos as a basket plant, choose a small basket that hangs lower, preferably at eye level.
This Pothos does well with regular pruning as it will grow fuller and lusher. However, in low light it will lose the whites and the greens will be more prominent, so be careful where it is placed.
8) Neon Pothos
This Pothos has been described as having the most perfect leaves of all the Pothos varieties as they are perfectly shaped like a heart.
However, the name comes from the beautiful neon green color. The younger leaves are a shiny, shiny green, among the brightest green leaves you’ll see on a plant.
The leaves start off a little lighter then transition to the perfect shade of neon green and the plant is not low light sensitive like some others.
So even if I prefer to be in indirect clear lightwill also perform well in low light conditions with no adverse effect on leaf coloration.
9) Jade Pothos
This beautiful green Pothos grows quite slowly in the winter months, although it grows faster in the warmer months, so don’t worry about being undersized if you buy it in the winter.
The jades are solid green in color and can reach lengths of up to 30 feet long. However, they look best when held around the 6 foot mark.
One good thing about this Pothos is that it can withstand a variety of lighting conditions, although it does best in bright, indirect light from south or north facing windows.
This Pothos would prefer to receive only distilled water or rainwater, as tap water allows minerals to build up in the soil.
10) Satin Pothos
The leaves of this Pothos are light green with silver spots. They look velvety smooth and work wonders.
The Satin Pothos can take some degree of neglect, although too much water will give you a very unlucky plant.
The growth rate is slow even during the growing months and dappled light will not harm it.
One thing to be aware of with this Pothos is that it is toxic to pets, dogs and cats.
final thoughts
If you are planning to expand your Pothos collection and want to add rare plants, be sure to only buy from a reputable seller.
Do your homework and never buy from someone who appears to be selling the plants at deeply discounted prices.
A really rare Pothos will make you a bit hesitant and if you get it at a bargain price you should be wondering where it came from or if it is in fact the “real deal”.
Pothos are beautiful plants and can be found anywhere in your home, there’s no reason you shouldn’t have one or two or even more!