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Epipremnum aureum 'Snow Queen'

Snow Queen Pothos

Typical UK price

£14

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Price by size

Sold, 90 days
4
Middle half
-
Last sold
22 Sep 2026
On record
6
Cutting/corm1 sold
7cm4 sold
12cmEstimate
MatureEstimate
  • Sale
  • Typical
  • Middle half
  • Estimate
  • Not used as the size price
for a 7cm pot

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About Epipremnum aureum 'Snow Queen'

Snow Queen carries even more white than the closely related 'Marble Queen': a heavily white leaf blade with only scattered small green flecks remaining. The extreme reduction in chlorophyll means it grows noticeably slower than greener pothos and needs bright light to avoid stalling, but the near-white foliage is exactly what makes it prized.

Native range

Chimeric variegated sport mutation of Epipremnum aureum.

Classification

Genus
Epipremnum
Family
Araceae
Type
Variegated
Growth habit
Trailing/climbing vine

Morphology

Leaf shape
Ovate, cordate
Leaf length
8-14 cm
Leaf width
6-10 cm
Petiole colour
Pale green-white
Venation
Faint
Texture
Semi-glossy
Variegation
Chimeric (unstable) heavily white leaf blade with only scattered small green flecks; more extreme than Marble Queen, propagates true only from a cutting taken at a variegated node
Growth habit
Trailing/climbing

Recent UK sales

For sale in the UK

Current listings on eBay UK

By month

MonthMedianSold
Sep 2026£191
Aug 2026£123
May 2026£162

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 'Snow Queen' care

Substrate
A standard peat-free houseplant compost mixed with a quarter portion of perlite provides adequate drainage. This adaptable plant tolerates most general-purpose potting mixes provided they do not become waterlogged.
Watering
Allow the top half of the soil to dry completely before watering thoroughly. It is highly tolerant of irregular watering, though prolonged drought will cause the older leaves to yellow and drop.
Humidity
Average household humidity is perfectly sufficient. While it originates in rainforest environments, it shows no negative effects from typical dry indoor air.
Feeding
Feed monthly during the active growing season with a standard liquid houseplant fertiliser. Growth is fast, but excessive feeding is rarely necessary given its adaptable nature.
Repotting
Repot every 12–18 months, or when the root mass fills the current container. Size up the pot gradually to prevent the substrate from staying wet for too long.

Common problems

  • Loss of yellow variegation

    Cause: Extended periods in very low light conditions

    Fix: Move the plant to a brighter position with indirect light to encourage new variegated growth

  • Yellowing lower leaves

    Cause: Overwatering or prolonged drought, often combined with poor drainage

    Fix: Check the soil moisture and adjust watering frequency accordingly, ensuring the pot does not sit in water

  • Leggy growth with long internodes

    Cause: Insufficient light causing the plant to stretch

    Fix: Prune back the long vines to encourage branching and move to a location with better ambient light

Gear for this plant

How to propagate Epipremnum aureum 'Snow Queen'

Methods
Stem cutting in water, Stem cutting in soil
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
True from cuttings
Yes. Cuttings keep the cultivar's character.
Notes
Propagation is straightforward by taking stem cuttings with at least one node and placing them directly in water or moist soil. Aerial roots will quickly develop into a functional root system. Once roots are a few centimetres long, water-rooted cuttings can be transplanted into standard potting mix.

In the wild