Epipremnum pinnatum

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Photographs by: Dr. Maulik Gadani

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  • Botanical Name : Epipremnum pinnatum (L.) Engl.
  • Synonyms : Monstera dilacerata (K.Koch & Sello) K.Koch, Pothos pinnatus L.
  • Common Name : Tonga Vine, Variegated-Philodendron, Surpankha, Dragon Tail Plant
  • Plant Family : Araceae
  • Plant Form : Climbers
  • Occurrence (Sectors) : 1, 8, 18, 28, 30
  • Occurrence (Special Areas) : Gujarat Forestry Research Foundation, Indroda Park, Ayurvedic Udyan, Van Chetana Kendra

About Epipremnum pinnatum Plant :

  • Habit : An ever green climber with long slender stems.
  • Leaves :
    • Shiny, heart-shaped,pinnately-lobbed into regular segments.
    • Small pores are also along mid-rib.
  • Inflorescence : Spathe
  • Flowers : Green flowers generally produced during summer.
  • Significance :
    • It is very popular as house plant. It is also grown in garden on tree trunk as epiphyte.
    • All  parts of this plant are poisonous to domestic animals and pets of all kinds, as well as to humans. So avoid raising this plant in your home if you have pets or small children.