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Scindapsus pictus 'Argyraeus'
| Family Name: | Araceae |
| Common Name: | Satin Pothos |
Scindapsus pictus 'Argyraeus' has big, heart-shaped leaves that are green with splashes of silver blotches. This plant is ideal for hanging baskets and indoor spaces since it grows well in semi-shaded condition.
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Climber, Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
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| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
| Local Conservation Status | Non-native (Horticultural / Cultivated Only) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is a climber with attractive leaves of green, variegated with silvery blotches. |
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| Foliage | Its leaves are leathery, variegated with silver blotches and spots. |
| Cultivation | It grows well in shaded areas, which makes it suitable as an indoor plant. |
| Etymology | Greek skindapsos, ivy plant; Latin pictus, brightly coloured, referring to the colours of the leaf blades. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting, Suitable for Hanging Baskets |
| Thematic Landscaping | Silver Garden |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade, Full Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Plant Growth Rate | Fast |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Well-Drained Soils |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Silver / Grey |
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| Foliar Type | Simple / Unifoliate |
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Others
| Master ID | 204 |
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| Species ID | 1500 |
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