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Common Names: Pothos Skeleton Key, Skeleton Key Pothos
Scientific Name: Epipremnum pinnatum 'Skeleton Key'
This particular variety of pothos can sometimes develop odd, asymmetrically-shaped leaves that are narrower on one side of the midrib (the primary or middle vein of a leaf) than the other, or be much wider near the base of the leaf before suddenly and dramatically narrowing towards the tip, rather than tapering off. Thus, they can sometimes resemble the shape of house keys or skeleton keys.
Best for These Animals: Almost all reptiles and amphibians living in temperate to tropical environments.
Bio Dude Substrates: TerraFlora, TerraFauna, TerraFirma
Soil Depth: Moderate to deep; can also be immersed/submerged in water.
Lighting: All light levels.
Humidity & Misting: 40%-100% is suggested for optimal growth, but it can tolerate less than 40% in certain conditions.
Mature Plant Size & Root System: This very fast growing plant will form vines that will creep and climb wherever it can! Vigorous root system will burrow deep and/or form aerial roots to cling to surfaces in high humidity environments.
Temperature Tolerance & Placement in the Terrarium: Too high temperatures/low humidity may cause leaves to brown. Best used as a back/wall planting, or groundcover if maintained low. Can also be placed next to, or even in, water features.
Edible & Side Effects if Ingested: Pothos are members of the family Araceae so they contain low levels of oxalic acid and sharp calcium oxalate crystals known as raphides. Ingestion is not recommended and may cause oral irritation. However, animals do not typically eat pothos.
Pot Size & Packaging: A single 4" potted pothos plant is shipped in the pot, wrapped in paper.
