Pothos repens is a flowering evergreen plant of the Araceae family. It grows as a liana, a long woody vine attaining lengths of up to 15 meters. The plant is native to the moist forests of Southeastern China, Laos, and Viet Nam and rarely exceeds growing at elevations above 900 meters. On occasion, it can be found growing on bare rock made of limestone formations layered along moderate to steep slopes. The berries are oval and turn bright red when fully ripe.
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Lan Xang Hom Khao was a Lao kingdom founded by Fa Ngum and existed from 1354 to 1707. It was one of the largest kingdoms of Southeast Asia and was referred to as the “Million Elephant Under the White Parasol” kingdom. The kingdom was in a state of constant war with its neighbors. The Golden Age of the Lan Xang Kingdom occurred under King Sourigna Vongsa; he reigned from 1637 to 1694, a period when the kingdom was able to enjoy 57 years of peace and prosperity.
