Pothos and Houseplants for Tanks (Epipremnum and related species) is a beginner-level aquarium plant. Pothos, philodendron and other houseplants can grow roots in aquarium water to absorb nutrients. Only the roots go in the water; the leaves stay in the air.
Care facts at a glance
| Scientific name | Epipremnum and related species |
|---|---|
| Family | Araceae |
| Origin | Tropics |
| Height | varies |
| Light | Low to high |
| CO2 | Not needed |
| Placement | Roots in water, leaves out of water |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Temperature | 65-86°F |
| pH | 6.0-8.0 |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Propagation | Cuttings |
Quick tips
- Keep leaves above water.
- Great for nitrate control.
San Diego water
Tolerates San Diego's hard, alkaline tap water (pH roughly 7.6-8.6) with slow acclimation and a conditioner that handles chloramine. Learn the numbers in our San Diego tap water guide.
New to planted tanks? Start with our beginner planted tank guide and the plant fertilizer guide.
Find it at Pet Zone
Pet Zone Tropical Fish is a San Diego aquarium store with two locations. Stock changes daily, so call ahead if you are after a specific species or plant. Shop online at petzonesd.com.
4160 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 987-0309
Open daily, 10am-6pm
Aquascaping, planted tanks
4266 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
(619) 283-1812
Closed Monday; Tue-Fri 10:30am-6pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Monster fish, koi