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Scindapsus

Common name: Satin pothos · Silver vine

Scindapsus A genus of climbing aroids from Southeast Asia, closely related to pothos and philodendron. Satin pothos, Scindapsus pictus, is the best known, grown for its heart-shaped leaves dusted with silvery markings. It is an easy houseplant that trails from shelves or climbs a support, doing well in medium light with modest watering.

Care summary

Sun Low to bright indirect light
Water Let top few cm of soil dry out
Soil Airy, well-draining aroid mix
Hardiness
Mature height
Pet safe

Fun facts

  • The silvery markings are blotches of variegation in the leaf's outer layer.
  • Popular cultivars include 'Argyraeus', 'Exotica', and 'Silvery Ann'.
  • It can be trained up a moss pole or left to trail from a hanging basket.

Common problems

    • Let the top half of soil dry
    • Repot into loose, chunky mix
    • Reduce watering in winter
    • Check soil before each watering
    • Ensure the pot drains freely
    • Trim yellowed leaves at the base
    • Move to brighter indirect light
    • Prune long bare stems back
    • Rotate the pot weekly
    • Wipe stems with soapy water
    • Dab scale with alcohol swabs
    • Isolate from other houseplants