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Each leaf is unique splashed with silver across a backdrop of deep emerald and olive, with lighter cream or mint tones accenting the margins or midrib. The softly textured leaves have a velvety, matte surface that reflects light with a silvery glow. Its vines trail elegantly, making it ideal for hanging planters, high shelves, or as a climbing specimen trained along a moss pole.
Scindapsus pictus Tricolour combines understated beauty with easy-going nature, making it a must-have for collectors who value rare, refined foliage that thrives with minimal fuss.
Prefers bright, indirect light. Adequate light enhances its variegation and maintains crisp colour contrast. It can tolerate moderate light, but deep shade may cause loss of patterning and slower growth. Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the delicate leaves.
Water when the top 34 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Scindapsus enjoys lightly moist soil during the growing season but is sensitive to overwatering. Ensure the pot has drainage holes, and reduce watering in winter. Allow the plant to dry slightly between waterings to prevent root rot.
Temperature: Prefers 1828C; avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 15C.
Humidity: Enjoys moderate to high humidity (5070%). It will tolerate normal indoor levels but thrives when given a humidity boost through misting, a humidifier, or grouping with other tropicals.
Use a loose, free-draining potting mix suitable for aroids a blend of compost, perlite, and coco coir works perfectly. The soil should retain some moisture while allowing excess water to escape easily. Repot every 12 years in spring to refresh the mix and promote healthy root growth.
Feed every 46 weeks in spring and summer with a diluted, balanced liquid fertiliser. Stop feeding during autumn and winter when growth naturally slows. Avoid over-fertilising, as this can cause salt build-up and burn the roots.
Trim back vines to control length and encourage fuller, bushier growth. Cuttings can be easily propagated in water or sphagnum moss. Wipe leaves occasionally with a damp cloth to remove dust and highlight their silvery sheen.
A moderate to fast grower, typically reaching 11.5 metres in length when trailing or climbing. The leaves may increase in size slightly when grown vertically on a moss pole. Over time, it forms lush cascades of variegated foliage, adding elegance and softness to interior spaces.
Yellowing leaves: Overwatering or poor drainage.
Faded variegation: Insufficient light.
Brown edges: Low humidity or water quality issues.
Pests: Occasionally mealybugs or spider mites; treat promptly with neem oil or insecticidal soap.
Native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, Scindapsus pictus species grow as climbing epiphytes, attaching to tree trunks and thriving in dappled light. The Tricolour cultivar is a rare, cultivated selection that showcases enhanced variegation a complex blend of silver, green, and cream tones that adds sophistication to indoor plant collections.
Known for its resilience and versatility, Scindapsus pictus Tricolour is also an air-purifying plant, helping to remove toxins such as formaldehyde and benzene from indoor air. Its velvety, patterned foliage adds movement, texture, and a serene tropical atmosphere to any space, from minimalist interiors to lush, botanical displays.
Light: Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun
Water: Allow top 34 cm of soil to dry before watering
Temperature: 1828C; avoid below 15C
Humidity: Moderate to high (5070%)
Soil: Airy, free-draining mix compost, perlite, coco coir
Feed: Every 46 weeks in spring/summer
Growth: Trailing or climbing vine, 11.5 m; green, silver, and cream variegated leaves with velvety texture
Toxicity note: Contains calcium oxalate crystals and is toxic if ingested. Keep away from pets and children.
Display Scindapsus pictus Tricolour in a hanging basket or trailing from a shelf, allowing its patterned vines to cascade naturally. For a vertical accent, train it on a moss pole or trellis to encourage larger leaves and dense growth. Its shimmering variegation pairs beautifully with dark-leaved plants such as Philodendron micans or Anthurium magnificum, creating a sophisticated, layered jungle aesthetic.
