How to Care for Scindapsus pictus

Korean name: 신다프서스 픽투스

This climbing plant features satin-textured leaves sprinkled with silvery spots. It resembles pothos but has a more luxurious texture.

Key facts

• Category: Foliage plant
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Southeast Asia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: silvery, climbing, satin, hanging

Care Guide

• Light: Low to bright indirect light
• Watering: Water after the soil has dried out somewhat.
• Soil: Well-draining mixed soil
• Humidity: Above 40%
• Temperature: 15~30°C
• Fertilizer: Once a month in spring to summer

Common questions

How often should you water Scindapsus pictus?

Water after the soil has dried out somewhat. Roughly every 8 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Scindapsus pictus?

It likes Low to bright indirect light. You can grow it indoors. Use Well-draining mixed soil.

Is Scindapsus pictus safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Scindapsus pictus good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 15~30°C. Humidity: Above 40%. Fertilise Once a month in spring to summer.