Satin pothos (Scindapsus pictus) – care guide

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Scindapsus pictus

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Common name: Satin pothos
Taxonomy: Family: Araceae · Genus: Scindapsus

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How it thrives

Partly general data for the genus Scindapsus

Watermedium

Lightbright indirect

Humiditymediumgeneral genus data

Min. temperature15 °C

No dormancy · general genus dataDifficulty: ●○○○○ · general genus data⚠ May be toxic to pets / people · general genus data

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Scindapsus tip: Curling leaves mean it is thirsty – a kinder warning than yellowing.

⚠ Pets & children · genus Scindapsus

🐱Cat moderate🐶Dog moderate🐴Horse moderate🦜Pet bird moderate🐰Rabbit, rodent moderate🐮Cattle moderate🐐Sheep, goat moderate🐷Pig moderate🐔Poultry moderate🐢Tortoise, herbivorous reptile moderate🧒Human (child) milddetails →

At a glance

Satin pothos – what to know

Satin pothos (Scindapsus pictus) – family: Araceae, genus: Scindapsus. Care guidelines: light: bright indirect; water: medium; min. 15 °C. For cats: moderately toxic; for dogs: moderately toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.

All Scindapsus species in the catalog →Detailed toxicity data →

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Satin pothos?

Moderately: water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, and never let it sit in standing water.

How much light does Satin pothos need?

It likes bright but indirect light, such as near an east- or west-facing window.

How cold can Satin pothos get?

Keep it above 15 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.

Is Satin pothos toxic to cats and dogs?

For cats: moderately toxic; for dogs: moderately toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.

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Same genus

Scindapsus

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