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Epipremnum aureum 'Neon'

Neon Pothos

Typical UK price

£8

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Price by size

Sold, 90 days
10
Middle half
£8 to £11
Last sold
25 Sep 2026
On record
18
Cutting/cormEstimate
7cm10 sold
12cm3 sold
MatureEstimate
  • Sale
  • Typical
  • Middle half
  • Estimate
for a 7cm pot
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About Epipremnum aureum 'Neon'

Neon Pothos is a solid, uniformly vivid chartreuse-yellow leaf with no variegation patches at all, a colour selection rather than a variegated sport. The intensity of the neon colour is strongly light-dependent: bright light keeps it yellow-green, while lower light causes it to green up considerably. One of the easiest and fastest-growing pothos cultivars.

Native range

Cultivated colour selection of Epipremnum aureum.

Classification

Genus
Epipremnum
Family
Araceae
Type
Cultivar
Growth habit
Trailing/climbing vine
Form of
Epipremnum aureum

Morphology

Leaf shape
Ovate, cordate
Leaf length
10-16 cm
Leaf width
7-12 cm
Petiole colour
Chartreuse
Venation
Faint
Texture
Glossy
Variegation
N/A: solid bright neon-chartreuse leaf blade, colour intensity varies with light exposure
Growth habit
Trailing/climbing

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Current listings on eBay UK

By month

MonthMedianSold
Sep 2026£85
Aug 2026£63
Jul 2026£104
Jun 2026£231
May 2026£105

Before you buy

  • Widely available and inexpensive; be cautious of collector-level pricing for the plain golden form
  • Confirm whether the plant is trailing (small juvenile leaves) or climbing (larger, mature leaves) before buying, as the two look markedly different at a similar price
  • For named variegated cultivars like 'Marble Queen' or 'N'Joy', confirm the pattern matches the specific named form rather than assuming any splashed-leaf pothos is interchangeable
  • Check stem nodes are firm and undamaged; this is where roots and new growth emerge from cuttings

Epipremnum aureum 'Neon' care

Substrate
A standard, well-draining indoor potting mix is sufficient for this adaptable plant. Adding a small amount of perlite or orchid bark will improve aeration and prevent soil compaction over time.
Watering
Water thoroughly when the top third of the soil feels dry, ensuring excess moisture drains completely from the pot. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so it is safer to let the soil dry slightly between waterings.
Humidity
This cultivar thrives in average household humidity, tolerating typical indoor air without issue. Maintaining moderate ambient moisture is entirely adequate for healthy foliage development.
Feeding
Apply a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser at half strength once a month during the active growing season. Withhold feeding entirely over winter when vegetative growth naturally slows down.
Repotting
Repot every 12 to 18 months, or when the root system clearly fills the current container. Select a new pot only one size larger to avoid retaining excess moisture in a large volume of soil.

Common problems

  • Loss of neon colouration

    Cause: Insufficient light exposure causing the plant to produce more chlorophyll and turn dark green

    Fix: Relocate the plant to a position with medium to bright indirect sunlight to encourage new growth to emerge with a vivid chartreuse hue

  • Yellowing lower leaves

    Cause: Overwatering or soil that remains saturated for extended periods

    Fix: Allow the potting mix to dry out further between waterings and ensure the container has adequate drainage holes

  • Brown, crispy leaf edges

    Cause: Consistent underwatering, excessively dry air, or a build-up of fertiliser salts in the potting mix

    Fix: Establish a regular watering routine, ensure average ambient humidity, and flush the soil periodically to remove excess minerals

Gear for this plant

How to propagate Epipremnum aureum 'Neon'

Methods
Stem cutting, Root division
Difficulty
Easy. Forgiving of missed waterings, average home humidity, and imperfect light. A solid pick for beginners or low-fuss collections.
Time to establish
1–2 months
Notes
Take stem cuttings ensuring each segment includes at least one node with a small aerial root. These root reliably and quickly when placed directly in water or a moist propagation medium. Once new roots reach a few centimetres in length, transfer the cuttings into a standard potting soil.

In the wild