SPECIMEN NO. #2
⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS
Family: Araceae
Epipremnum aureum
Common Name: Golden Pothos
Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is a houseplant in the Araceae family, native to East Africa. It is a medium to low-light species that thrives between 500 and 3000 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 7 days, temperatures of 15–30°C, and about 50% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is toxic to dogs and cats; reported symptoms include oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting. It is also known as Devil's Ivy.
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats?
YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:
Oral irritation, intense burning and irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Medium to Low
Minimum Light Requirement
500 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
3000 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope
15°C – 30°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
50% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
2868323
Native Biogeographical Range
East Africa; INTRODUCED