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Tongavines (Epipremnum)
Also known as : Devil's ivies
Tongavines comprise a genus of evergreen perennial tropical vines that climb with the help of aerial roots. Very dominant in their natural surroundings, some species are highly popular houseplants, with variegated and other multi-colored varieties being especially favored. All parts of the plants are toxic due to oxalate crystal spikes and trichosclereid cells.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
Key Facts About Tongavines
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Attributes of Tongavines
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 41 ℃
Scientific Classification of Tongavines
Distribution of Tongavines
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Distribution Map of Tongavines
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Tongavines
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The tongavines genus comprises easy-to-care houseplants, demanding basic needs like medium light, moderately warm temperatures, and well-draining soil. Over-watering and cold snaps are problematic. Common challenges include pests like scale insects and mealybugs, diseases like root rot, and yellowing leaves due to light sensitivity. Seasonally, this genus prefers higher humidity in summer and less watering in winter. Accurate, balanced care helps tongavines thrive year-round.
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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Tongavines?
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8 most common species：
Golden pothos
The golden pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is a popular houseplant that is commonly seen in Australia, Asia, and the West Indies. It goes by many nicknames, including "devil's ivy", because it is so hard to kill and can even grow in low light conditions. Golden pothos has poisonous sap, so it should be kept away from pets and children.
Centipede tongavine
Centipede tongavine (Epipremnum pinnatum) is a plant species native to the Philippines. Centipede tongavine is also called the dragon-tail plant . This species is often planted for ornamental purposes and cultivated in planters. This species is called tibatib in the Philippines. It has become naturalized in the West Indies.
Pothos 'Njoy'
Pothos 'Njoy' is a popular, variegated Pothos cultivar. This variety has two-toned leaves with dark green backgrounds and light green to white edges and splotches. As is the case with some other lightly-colored Pothos varieties, this one requires a bit of extra sunlight to keep its pattern looking sharp. If kept too long in the shade, its splotches will turn a dull yellow color. Pothos 'Njoy' is a descendant of another popular cultivar, Epipremnum aureum "Marble Queen."
Marble queen pothos
Marble queen pothos is a devil's ivy cultivar that's quite similar in appearance to another popular variety, the 'Golden Pothos'. What sets these two apart is that the variegated, marbled pattern in marble queen pothos's foliage is usually a mix of white and green, rather than yellow and green. It's this marbled pattern that has crowned this plant as the "Marble Queen." Being both paler and two-toned, this plant will need a little more sunlight than a typical Pothos.
Golden pothos
A plant so flashy it almost looks fake! The "neon" golden pothos was bred for its super-bright, chartreuse leaves, which can easily catch your eye even in a dimly lit room. Unlike other popular cultivars, the golden pothos' leaves are mostly without a pattern. While most Pothos don't require much sunlight, this variety is particularly shade-tolerant, making it a great fit for rooms that don't get much natural light.
Jade pothos
Jade pothos(Epipremnum aureum 'Jade') is a rare hybrid that has plainer leaves than its parent's two-colored yellow and green leaves. But these glossy evergreen leaves are a lovely shade of jade green, explaining the plant's name and its significant ornamental appeal. This is a common houseplant that is very simple to propagate and requires little care to flourish
Manjula Pothos
Manjula Pothos is an artificial cultivar of the popular pothos plant whose leaves feature more white than green. The large amount of variegation slows the plant's growth, but makes it popular with growers who want extra color in their houseplants. Manjula Pothos was developed in India where the word 'manjula' means 'lovely' or 'beautiful.'
Pothos 'Silver Satin'
Pothos 'Silver Satin' is a variant of the ever-popular pothos with silvery patterns or blotches. The coloration is the inspiration behind its name. Pothos 'Silver Satin' are hard to come by and are prized for having different coloration than many pothos plants but the same adaptability to many indoor conditions.
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Golden pothos
Golden pothos
The golden pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is a popular houseplant that is commonly seen in Australia, Asia, and the West Indies. It goes by many nicknames, including "devil's ivy", because it is so hard to kill and can even grow in low light conditions. Golden pothos has poisonous sap, so it should be kept away from pets and children.
Centipede tongavine
Centipede tongavine
Centipede tongavine (Epipremnum pinnatum) is a plant species native to the Philippines. Centipede tongavine is also called the dragon-tail plant . This species is often planted for ornamental purposes and cultivated in planters. This species is called tibatib in the Philippines. It has become naturalized in the West Indies.
Pothos 'Njoy'
Pothos 'Njoy'
Pothos 'Njoy' is a popular, variegated Pothos cultivar. This variety has two-toned leaves with dark green backgrounds and light green to white edges and splotches. As is the case with some other lightly-colored Pothos varieties, this one requires a bit of extra sunlight to keep its pattern looking sharp. If kept too long in the shade, its splotches will turn a dull yellow color. Pothos 'Njoy' is a descendant of another popular cultivar, Epipremnum aureum "Marble Queen."
Marble queen pothos
Marble queen pothos
Marble queen pothos is a devil's ivy cultivar that's quite similar in appearance to another popular variety, the 'Golden Pothos'. What sets these two apart is that the variegated, marbled pattern in marble queen pothos's foliage is usually a mix of white and green, rather than yellow and green. It's this marbled pattern that has crowned this plant as the "Marble Queen." Being both paler and two-toned, this plant will need a little more sunlight than a typical Pothos.
Golden pothos
Golden pothos
A plant so flashy it almost looks fake! The "neon" golden pothos was bred for its super-bright, chartreuse leaves, which can easily catch your eye even in a dimly lit room. Unlike other popular cultivars, the golden pothos' leaves are mostly without a pattern. While most Pothos don't require much sunlight, this variety is particularly shade-tolerant, making it a great fit for rooms that don't get much natural light.
Jade pothos
Jade pothos
Jade pothos(Epipremnum aureum 'Jade') is a rare hybrid that has plainer leaves than its parent's two-colored yellow and green leaves. But these glossy evergreen leaves are a lovely shade of jade green, explaining the plant's name and its significant ornamental appeal. This is a common houseplant that is very simple to propagate and requires little care to flourish
Manjula Pothos
Manjula Pothos
Manjula Pothos is an artificial cultivar of the popular pothos plant whose leaves feature more white than green. The large amount of variegation slows the plant's growth, but makes it popular with growers who want extra color in their houseplants. Manjula Pothos was developed in India where the word 'manjula' means 'lovely' or 'beautiful.'
Pothos 'Silver Satin'
Pothos 'Silver Satin'
Pothos 'Silver Satin' is a variant of the ever-popular pothos with silvery patterns or blotches. The coloration is the inspiration behind its name. Pothos 'Silver Satin' are hard to come by and are prized for having different coloration than many pothos plants but the same adaptability to many indoor conditions.
Devil's ivy 'Cebu Blue'
Devil's ivy 'Cebu Blue'
Devil's ivy 'Cebu Blue' is an interesting hybrid that remains in its juvenile form when grown as a trailing houseplant. In contrast, the adult plant has divided or ‘fenestrated’ leaves. This cultivar stands out with its striking blue-green leaves. It is named for this color and the Philippine island of Cebu, where it comes from.
Pothos 'Argyraeum'
Pothos 'Argyraeum'
Pothos 'Argyraeum' is named for the color of its leaves: in Latin, 'argyraeus' means ‘silvery’. This vining plant has distinctive silver markings on its foliage. Pothos 'Argyraeum' is sometimes therefore known as silk or satin pothos, although it is not a pothos. It can trail in long strands, making it ideal for hanging pots.
Centipede tongavine 'Golden Pothos'
Centipede tongavine 'Golden Pothos'
Centipede tongavine 'Golden Pothos' is an extremely decorative plant, bred to have unusual leaf color. When they emerge, the new leaves are yellow-green, but as they grow, they obtain an attractive and luminous lime-green color. Centipede tongavine 'Golden Pothos' is commonly grown as a houseplant.
Golden Pothos
Golden Pothos
Golden Pothos is a common cultivar of devil's ivy that has variegated leaves which display a sharp intermingling of green and yellow hues. Like other lighter-colored, variegated Pothos cultivars, golden Pothos will require a bit of extra sunlight to maintain its handsome pattern. Even so, these plants are very low-maintenance and quite popular.
Glacier Pothos
Glacier Pothos
Glacier Pothos has smaller, more rounded leaves than many other varieties of Epipremnum aureaum. Its name is given for the irregular, icy-white variegation that covers much of the leaf surface. People gravitate toward this plant because it is so adaptable and is easy to keep alive indoors even if you forget to water once in a while.
Pothos 'Aureum'
Pothos 'Aureum'
Pothos 'Aureum' is an evergreen vine that rarely flowers. It is part of the Araceae family and is commonly known as ‘Golden pathos’ or the ‘Money plant.’ It was first described in 1880 and named Pothos aureus. The name was later changed to E. aureum (the name meaning 'golden') after noticing its similarity to Epipremnum pinnatum. Looks fabulous climbing up the trunks of tall trees.
Epipremnum amplissimum
Epipremnum amplissimum
Epipremnum amplissimum is a vigorous climbing evergreen, featuring large, heart-shaped leaves that cascade gracefully. Its vining nature allows it to sprawl across forest floors or ascend trees, utilizing aerial roots for support. In its tropical habitat, epipremnum amplissimum's foliage may flourish to remarkable dimensions, showcasing its adaptability and resilience in varying light conditions.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
Distribution
How To Care
All Species
More Genus
Tongavines
Epipremnum
Also known as: Devil's ivies
Tongavines comprise a genus of evergreen perennial tropical vines that climb with the help of aerial roots. Very dominant in their natural surroundings, some species are highly popular houseplants, with variegated and other multi-colored varieties being especially favored. All parts of the plants are toxic due to oxalate crystal spikes and trichosclereid cells.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
Key Facts About Tongavines
Feedback
Attributes of Tongavines
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 41 ℃
Scientific Classification of Tongavines
Distribution of Tongavines
Feedback
Distribution Map of Tongavines
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Tongavines
Feedback
The tongavines genus comprises easy-to-care houseplants, demanding basic needs like medium light, moderately warm temperatures, and well-draining soil. Over-watering and cold snaps are problematic. Common challenges include pests like scale insects and mealybugs, diseases like root rot, and yellowing leaves due to light sensitivity. Seasonally, this genus prefers higher humidity in summer and less watering in winter. Accurate, balanced care helps tongavines thrive year-round.
How to Water Tongavines?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Tongavines?
How to Propagate Tongavines?
How to Plant Tongavines?
Exploring the Tongavines Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Golden pothos
The golden pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is a popular houseplant that is commonly seen in Australia, Asia, and the West Indies. It goes by many nicknames, including "devil's ivy", because it is so hard to kill and can even grow in low light conditions. Golden pothos has poisonous sap, so it should be kept away from pets and children.
Centipede tongavine
Centipede tongavine (Epipremnum pinnatum) is a plant species native to the Philippines. Centipede tongavine is also called the dragon-tail plant . This species is often planted for ornamental purposes and cultivated in planters. This species is called tibatib in the Philippines. It has become naturalized in the West Indies.
Pothos 'Njoy'
Pothos 'Njoy' is a popular, variegated Pothos cultivar. This variety has two-toned leaves with dark green backgrounds and light green to white edges and splotches. As is the case with some other lightly-colored Pothos varieties, this one requires a bit of extra sunlight to keep its pattern looking sharp. If kept too long in the shade, its splotches will turn a dull yellow color. Pothos 'Njoy' is a descendant of another popular cultivar, Epipremnum aureum "Marble Queen."
Marble queen pothos
Marble queen pothos is a devil's ivy cultivar that's quite similar in appearance to another popular variety, the 'Golden Pothos'. What sets these two apart is that the variegated, marbled pattern in marble queen pothos's foliage is usually a mix of white and green, rather than yellow and green. It's this marbled pattern that has crowned this plant as the "Marble Queen." Being both paler and two-toned, this plant will need a little more sunlight than a typical Pothos.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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