Troubleshooting
Epipremnum Aureum Harlequin problems — and how to fix them
Epipremnum Aureum Harlequin (Epipremnum aureum 'Harlequin') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Reverting to green
Heavily variegated pothos readily revert in low light; provide consistently bright indirect light and prune all-green stems promptly.
Browning white sections
The chlorophyll-free white tissue scorches easily in direct sun or dry air; shade from direct light and raise humidity.
Very slow growth
Expected for such high variegation; ensure bright light and don't overpot, which causes the soil to stay wet.
Root rot
Low water uptake makes overwatering easy; use a fast-draining mix and let the surface dry between waterings.
Prevent epipremnum aureum harlequin problems before they start
Most epipremnum aureum harlequin issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
- Common pothos problems — the species this cultivar belongs to
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Epipremnum Aureum Harlequin watering schedule
- Epipremnum Aureum Harlequin light requirements
- Best soil mix for epipremnum aureum harlequin
- Epipremnum Aureum Harlequin temperature & humidity
- Full epipremnum aureum harlequin care guide
Looking for epipremnum aureum harlequin in general rather than its problems? Read the full epipremnum aureum harlequin care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Epipremnum Aureum Harlequin problems — FAQ
Why is my epipremnum aureum harlequin reverting to green?
Heavily variegated pothos readily revert in low light; provide consistently bright indirect light and prune all-green stems promptly.
Why is my epipremnum aureum harlequin browning white sections?
The chlorophyll-free white tissue scorches easily in direct sun or dry air; shade from direct light and raise humidity.
Why is my epipremnum aureum harlequin very slow growth?
Expected for such high variegation; ensure bright light and don't overpot, which causes the soil to stay wet.
Why is my epipremnum aureum harlequin root rot?
Low water uptake makes overwatering easy; use a fast-draining mix and let the surface dry between waterings.