Epipremnum Shangri La

Epipremnum ‘Shangri La’ is a unique tropical houseplant prized for its unusual curled foliage and compact climbing growth habit. Its thick green leaves naturally twist, curl, and fold inward, creating a crinkled appearance that makes the plant look completely different from traditional pothos varieties. Splashes of lighter green and creamy variegation add even more character to the already unusual foliage. Compact, easy to grow, and highly ornamental, Epipremnum ‘Shangri La’ brings bold texture and personality to shelves, plant stands, trellises, and indoor plant collections.

Key Features:

• Unique curled foliage – thick leaves naturally twist, fold, and curl inward, creating the distinctive appearance that makes ‘Shangri La’ instantly recognizable.
• Attractive variegation – green foliage may feature lighter green, yellow-green, and creamy markings for additional color and contrast.
• Compact climbing habit – grows more densely than many traditional pothos varieties and can be trained onto a moss pole or trellis.
• Collector favorite – prized for its unusual leaf shape, textured appearance, and completely different look from traditional Epipremnum varieties.

Care Guide:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light to maintain healthy growth and attractive coloration. It can tolerate medium indirect light, but lower light may slow growth and reduce variegation. Avoid prolonged harsh direct sun, which can scorch the foliage.
• Water: Allow the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry before watering thoroughly. Keep the soil lightly moist but never soggy, as excessive moisture can lead to root rot.
• Humidity: Enjoys moderate to high humidity but adapts well to average household conditions. Higher humidity can encourage stronger growth and healthier foliage.
• Soil & Potting: Use a chunky, well-draining aroid mix containing orchid bark, perlite, coco chips, and high-quality potting media. Choose a pot with drainage holes to maintain healthy roots and proper airflow.
• Fertilizer: Feed lightly with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during spring and summer while actively growing. Reduce feeding during fall and winter when growth naturally slows.
• Temperature: Thrives in warm indoor conditions around 65–85°F (18–29°C). Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 55°F.

Growth & Size:

Slow to moderate-growing indoors; typically remains more compact than many traditional pothos varieties but can develop vines several feet long over time. Providing a moss pole or trellis encourages upright growth and can help the plant develop larger, more mature foliage. Regular trimming can also encourage branching and maintain a dense, full appearance.

Safety Note:

Epipremnum ‘Shangri La’ is considered toxic to pets and humans if ingested, so it should be kept out of reach of cats, dogs, and small children. Like other Epipremnum varieties, it contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which can cause oral irritation, swelling, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if chewed or eaten.