Plant Care Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus

Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus

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Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower
Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus has a Survivor plant personality Survivor

Also known as

Silver Satin Pothos, Silver Satin Pothos and Satin Pothos

Taxonomy

Scindapsus pictus 'Argyraeus'
Scindapsus
Araceae
Alismatales

How to care for Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus

šŸ’¦ Water

How often to water your Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus

Water needs for Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus
0.5 cups
every 9

Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
ā˜€ļø Light

Finding light for Silver Satin Pothos in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves šŸƒ, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus in your home šŸ”.

🪓 Nutrients

How to fertilize Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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šŸ’” FAQs
šŸ’¦ Water Needs

Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.


ā˜€ļø Sunlight Needs

Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves šŸƒ without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home šŸ”.


🐶 🐈 šŸ‘¶ Toxicity

Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Is Silver Satin Pothos Edible? →


šŸ’Ø Humidity

Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.


🪓 Soil

Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Pots for Silver Satin Pothos →

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šŸ’© Fertilizer

Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


šŸŒŽ Native Region

Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus is native to Southeast Asia to Oceania.


šŸŒ¦ļø Growing Outdoors
🌱 Propagation

Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

  • Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
  • To get the cutting to root, you can either:
    • Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2ā€ long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
    • Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

šŸ‚ Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus

Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus

Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4ā€ pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 11
Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus has a Survivor plant personality Survivor 9
Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus has a Easy to propagate plant personality Easy to propagate 9
Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus has a Large, lush leaves plant personality Large, lush leaves 8
Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus has a Blooms easily plant personality Blooms easily 1
@tortoise avatar
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leaf-1 16 Plants
xp 249 XP
globe Little Rock, AR
10/26/2021

Their silver spots make them shine and sparkle so beautifully :) i love it

Easy to propagate Easy to propagate
@alliantoniuk avatar
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leaf-1 6 Plants
xp 166 XP
08/21/2021

A more rare pothos that has a super cool satin texture and silvery sparkle on the leaves! (Same care al a reg pothos just a little bit of a slower grower.)

Fast grower Fast grower
Easy to propagate Easy to propagate
Survivor Survivor
@Cloudy.anahiii avatar
@@Cloudy.anahiii
leaf-1 11 Plants
xp 276 XP
globe Lincoln, NE
06/13/2021

I’ve only had it for about a week and it already has 9 new babies coming in!! The Satin pothos is beautiful to look at, it’s so stunning and elegant! Any type of pothos grows so easily as well as taking care of it. Most def recommend.

Fast grower Fast grower
Large, lush leaves Large, lush leaves
Easy to propagate Easy to propagate
Blooms easily Blooms easily
Survivor Survivor

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