10 Different Types of Scindapsus pictus with Names and Pictures
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Scindapsus pictus commonly called Silver Pothos are evergreen, climbing plants whose heart-shaped leaves are often covered with silver blotches and have a satin sheen.
Silver Pothos can be grown in a hanging basket, on a pedestal, on a tabletop or on a shelf where the stems can beautifully cascade downwards.
Scindapsus pictus though toxic to both humans and pets, are popular foliage plants on account of their ease of care and foliage variety.
Silver Pothos thrive in medium to bright indirect light, warmth of 15-290C, humidity of 50-55% and moderately moist, fertile, well-drained soil coupled with monthly feeding during the growing season. Learn how to grow and care for Scindapsus pictus.
Scindapsus pictus are a pleasant sight in any plant collection. If you would like to add these charmers to your collection, we have outlined for you herebelow a list of 10 types of Silver Pothos Plants from which you can choose from.
10 Types of Silver Pothos Varieties for Indoors
Popular Silver Pothos Varieties are Scindapsus pictus ‘Argyraeus', Scindapsus pictus ‘Exotica’, Scindapsus pictus ‘Silvery Ann’, Scindapsus pictus ‘Treubii Moonlight’, Scindapsus pictus ‘Silver Splash’ among others.
1. Scindapsus pictus ‘Argyraeus'
Scindapsus pictus ‘Argyraeus' commonly called Satin Pothos is a spectacular plant whose leaves are dark-green, splashed with silver green and have a metallic sheen. It grows best in bright indirect light.
2. Scindapsus pictus ‘Exotica’
Scindapsus pictus ‘Exotica’ also called Silver Satin Pothos bears large, thick greenish-blue leaves with silvery-grey variegations. To keep the variagation, it requires bright indirect light.
3. Scindapsus pictus ‘Silvery Ann’
Scindapsus pictus ‘Silvery Ann’ bears dark-green, ovate leaves splashed with silvery patches which look like they have been touched with a paint brush.
4. Scindapsus pictus ‘Treubii Moonlight’
Scindapsus pictus ‘Treubii Moonlight’ commonly called Sterling Silver Scindapsus bears silvery-green leaves and is more common than the Treubii Dark Form.
5. Scindapsus pictus ‘Treubii Dark Form’
Scindapsus pictus ‘Treubii Dark Form’ bears dark-green nearly black leaves. It is a rare and expensive plant which is not easily available.
6. Scindapsus pictus ‘Silver Splash’
Scindapsus pictus ‘Silver Splash’ also called Scindapsus pictus 'Silver Cloud' is a rare variety and looks like the Exotica at first glance but the silvery patches are more mottled.
7. Scindapsus pictus ‘Silver Lady’
Scindapsus pictus ‘Silver Lady’ leaves are majorly silver with small blotches of green. Each leaf in this plant is unique in the shape and variegation.
8. Scindapsus pictus ‘Silver Hero’
Scindapsus pictus ‘Silver Hero’ leaves have a solid silver sheen with a velvety texture; they have no green color. The plant is rare to find.
9. Scindapsus pictus ‘Jade Satin’
Scindapsus pictus ‘Jade Satin’ bears large leaves with a jade hue rather than the silver variegation that is characteristic of Scindapsus pictus plants.
10. Scindapsus pictus ‘Silver Princess’
Scindapsus pictus ‘Silver Princess’ leaves are large and velvety with silver variegation. It is similar to Exotica but the leaves are rounder and have fewer silver markings.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the most popular Scindapsus pictus variety?
Scindapsus pictus Argyraeus’ is the most popular due to its availability and ease of care.
2. Which Scindapsus pictus has the most silver?
The varieties ‘Exotica’, ‘Silvery Ann’ and ‘Platinum’ have the heaviest silver variegation.
3. Is Scindapsus pictus the same as pothos?
No. Although often called Satin Pothos, Scindapsus pictus is not a true pothos and belongs to a different genus.
4. Can Scindapsus pictus grow in low light?
Yes, but the variegation will be less pronounced in low-light conditions.
5. How fast does Scindapsus pictus grow?
Scindapsus pictus growth is moderate but it is faster in bright light and warm conditions.
6. Is Scindapsus pictus safe for pets?
No. It is toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.
7. Does Scindapsus pictus climb or trail?
Scindapsus pictus does both. It trails in hanging pots and climbs when given support like a moss pole or trellis.
