Satin Pothos
Scindapsus pictus

Satin Pothos Plant

Satin Pothos (Scindapsus pictus) is a vine growing 2-3 feet long, hardy in USDA zones 10-11, with fast growth in well-drained, loamy soil, requiring indirect light and medium moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.


Picture illustrating Satin Pothos plant

Habit

 Vine

Height

50-150 cm

Growth

 Fast

Soil

Well-drained loamy

Shade

 Indirect light

Moisture

 Medium

Edible

No 

Medicinal

No

Origin

Scindapsus pictus

Climatic Condition

Tropical

Temperature (°)

18-30°C

Humidity (%)

60-90%

Potting media

Peat, compost

Fertilizers

Balanced liquid fertilizer

Watering

Regular

Plant Weight 

50-200 g

Flowering Time

Rarely flowers

Soil Ph level

5.5 - 6.5

Water Ph level

5.5 - 6.5

Soil EC

1-2 dS/m

Yield Per Plant 

Ornamental

NPK ratio 

5:10:10 

life Span

Perennial

Health Benefits

Air-purifying, ornamental

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% peat, 25% perlite, 25% compost


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Spider Mites, Aphids, Mealybugs
 Wilting, brown spots, leaf distortion, sticky residue
Improve soil drainage, prune affected leaves, use neem oil
Fungicides, insecticides

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

· Air purification: Removes toxins like formaldehyde and benzene.

· Mental well-being: Enhances mood and reduces stress.

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