Basic Information about your Scindapsus

Scientific name: Scindapsus pictus ‘Platinum’

Common names: Platinum Scindapsus

Plant type: Tropical perennial vine

Family: Araceae

Native range: Southeast Asia

Natural habitat: Tropical forests, where it grows as a climbing or trailing plant on trees and along the forest floor

Difficulty level: Beginner to intermediate

Fun fact:

Platinum Scindapsus is known for its pale silver-gray foliage with a soft, almost frosted appearance, making it one of the lightest-colored varieties in the Scindapsus pictus group

How to care for your Platinum Scindapsus

LIGHT
It can survive in low light, but grows faster in bright indirect light.

WATER
Water it 2 times a week. Wait until the top substrate is dry

HUMIDITY
It grows well in low humidity, but high humidity between 40% and 60% will allow the plant to thrive and grow. .

TEMPERATURE
It prefers temperatures of 65 to 85 degrees.

FOOD
It likes to be fed monthly or every other month with a general houseplant fertilizer.

PET-FRIENDLYNESS
Pothos are harmful to pets. Digestion of this plant will cause irritation


Additional Tips*
This plant will benefit from a moss support or a coconut fiber support. Any type of support that can contribute to its growth pattern will help this plant reach maturity.

Use a well-draining substrate, such as a mixture of coconut fiber, perlite, pine bark, and activated charcoal. This ensures good aeration and prevents excess humidity.

Common Issues for your Pothos

  • Small Leaves

    Small leaves can occur when the plant isn't getting enough light or is still young. Provide brighter indirect light and allow the plant to mature.

  • Leggy Growth

    Long stems with large spaces between leaves usually mean the plant is reaching for light. Move it closer to a bright, indirect light source and prune long vines.

  • Low Coloration

    Leaves may lose their vibrant colors or patterns and gradually turn more green due to changes in light, plant maturity, or natural reversion. Move the plant to brighter indirect light and monitor new growth for its normal coloration.

  • Crispy Leaf Edges

    Brown, crispy edges can come from dry conditions, inconsistent watering, or environmental stress. Keep watering consistent and increase humidity if the air is very dry.

  • Droopy Leaves

    Drooping usually means the plant is thirsty or experiencing environmental stress. Check the soil and water thoroughly if the top portion feels dry.

  • Yellow Leaves

    Yellow leaves are commonly caused by excess moisture or naturally aging foliage. Let the soil dry slightly between waterings and remove heavily yellowed leaves.

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