Why will I love it?
If you’re after a great-looking, low-maintenance plant, here it is. Satin pothos’s attractive heart-shaped leaves are covered in splotches of silver variegation. It will survive a busy lifestyle and keep on giving. Basically, she’s not needy and very loyal – everything you want in a plant.
Light or shade?
Bright, indirect light is perfect, so by a sunny window or on an east- or west-facing windowsill. Too much direct sun will scorch leaves, and if it’s placed in a poorly lit position the beautiful variegation (which is what we’re all here for) will begin to fade.
Where should I put it?
The satin pothos looks great placed on a high bookshelf. Mine is currently on a floating plant shelf next to my west-facing window, and is loving life.
How do I keep it alive?
Water weekly in summer and reduce to every 10-14 days in winter, only allowing the top two inches to dry out. Use a damp cloth to remove dust from the leaves to keep its silvery leaves glistening. They enjoy 50% humidity so mist regularly or place on a wet tray with pebbles.
Did you know …
Its full name, scindapsus pictus, is derived from the Greek skindapsos, meaning “upon tree trunks”, alluding to its tendency to creep up the surface of trees.
