Definition

Noun: 1. A common houseplant: "Golden pothos" refers to a specific, popular species of evergreen, climbing vine (Epipremnum aureum) frequently grown indoors for its decorative leaves. 2. Characterized by variegated foliage: The plant is specifically known for its heart-shaped leaves, which are typically green marbled or streaked with yellow, cream, or white.

Usage Examples

• As a common noun:
  • The golden pothos is one of the easiest houseplants to care for.
  • I placed a golden pothos on the bookshelf to add some greenery to the room.
  • Her golden pothos has grown so long that it trails down the side of the cabinet.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical or horticultural contexts: The term is used to specify this particular cultivar among other types of pothos or similar-looking plants like philodendrons.
  • The study compared the air-purifying qualities of the golden pothos to the jade pothos.

Variants and Related Words

• Common names: Devil's ivy, money plant, hunter's robe, taro vine, ivy arum. (Note: These names can refer to the same species but may be used in different regions or for slightly different cultivars.)
• Scientific name: .
• Pothos (noun): The general common name for plants in this genus, which includes other varieties like marble queen pothos, neon pothos, and jade pothos.

Synonyms

• Houseplant: A plant grown indoors.
• Vine / Liana: A plant with a long, trailing or climbing stem.
• Foliage plant: A plant grown primarily for the decorative appearance of its leaves.

Related Idioms or Phrases

• (To be) as hardy as a golden pothos: An informal comparison suggesting something or someone is very resilient and can thrive in less-than-ideal conditions.
  • Don't worry about forgetting to water it; that plant is as hardy as a golden pothos.

Noun

1. evergreen liana widely cultivated for its variegated foliage