Satin pothos
Scindapsus pictus · Scindapsus · Arum family
Also known as: Silver Vine · Silk Pothos · Silver Pothos
Easy50–200cmNot pet-safe
Satin pothos care at a glance
Satin pothos (Scindapsus pictus) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 18–29 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Ideal temperature
- 18–29 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Toxicity on Satin pothos
Possible pests on Satin pothos include Spider mites, Mealybugs, Scale insects and Thrips. A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Grey mould and Leaf spot. Satin pothos is mildly toxic to cats and dogs.
Pest
- Spider mites Medium
- Mealybugs Medium
- Scale insects Medium
- Thrips Low
Disease
- Root rot High
- Leaf spot Low
- Grey mould Medium
Toxicity
- Insoluble calcium oxalates Low
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Frequently asked questions about Satin pothos
- Which pests affect Satin pothos?
- Possible pests on Satin pothos include Spider mites, Mealybugs, Scale insects and Thrips.
- Which diseases affect Satin pothos?
- A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Grey mould and Leaf spot.
- Is Satin pothos toxic to cats and dogs?
- Satin pothos is mildly toxic to cats and dogs.
- How much water does Satin pothos need?
- Satin pothos has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Satin pothos need?
- Satin pothos prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Satin pothos frost-hardy?
- Satin pothos is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 15 °C.