Scindapsus pictus 'Tricolor'
Tricolor Satin Pothos
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About Scindapsus pictus 'Tricolor'
Scindapsus pictus 'Tricolor' is a highly decorative cultivar developed through selective propagation. It features signature heart-shaped leaves with a distinctive satin texture, further enhanced by a combination of silver spotting and irregular, stable cream-colored variegation. Originally derived from the wild Scindapsus pictus found in the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra, this cultivar represents a sought-after mutation. It thrives in humid, shaded understory conditions and is best grown vertically to encourage larger, more mature foliage.
Native range
Cultivated selection
Classification
- Genus
- Scindapsus
- Family
- Araceae
- Type
- Variegated
- Growth habit
- Climbing hemiepiphyte
- Form of
- Scindapsus pictus
Morphology
- Leaf shape
- CordateHeart-shaped foliage, featuring a rounded notch (sinus) where the leaf stem attaches. (heart-shaped)
- Leaf length
- 10-15 cm
- Leaf width
- 6-10 cm
- Petiole colour
- Green
- Venation
- PinnateVeins or lobes arranged like a feather, branching out symmetrically on both sides of a single main central vein., subtle
- Texture
- Satin / Matte
- Variegation
- Silver splashes with cream sectors
- Growth habit
- Climbing
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Before you buy
- Ensure there is at least one healthy node present; a cutting without a node cannot produce new growth
- For variegated forms, check that the variegation pattern appears on the newest growth and shows no signs of reversion to green
- Inspect the underside of leaves for spider mites (fine webbing or stippling) which are common on pothos-family plants
- Confirm the cutting has visible roots or a healthy node before purchasing, since unrooted cuttings require propagation experience to succeed
Scindapsus pictus 'Tricolor' care
- Substrate
- Well-draining mix: 40% perlite, 40% potting compost, 20% orchid bark.
- Watering
- Water when the top 3–4 cm is dry. These are generally forgiving and will tolerate slight drought better than overwatering.
- Humidity
- 50–70% preferred. Most varieties in this group are more adaptable to typical indoor conditions than true aroids.
- Feeding
- Balanced liquid fertiliser at half strength every 2 weeks in spring and summer. Monthly in winter.
- Repotting
- Every 12–18 months when root-bound. These vining plants grow quickly and may need annual repotting in peak years.
Common problems
Yellowing leaves
Cause: Overwatering or too little light
Fix: Allow to dry more between waterings; move to a brighter position
Loss of variegation (for variegated forms)
Cause: Insufficient light causing reversion to green
Fix: Move to a brighter position; variegated leaves need more light to maintain their pattern
Root rot
Cause: Overwatering or compacted substrate
Fix: Repot into fresh well-draining substrate; reduce watering frequency
Gear for this plant
- Coir Moss Pole, 120cm (4-Pack)Coco coir totem for climbing aroids to root into as they grow upward.
- Natural Rooting Powder, 3 x 75gRooting hormone powder for stem and leaf cuttings.
- Precision Bonsai Pruning Scissors, 200mmFine-bladed snips for clean node cuts when taking a cutting.
- Digital Hygrometer & ThermometerLCD humidity and temperature gauge for checking a grow spot against a plant's target range.
How to propagate Scindapsus pictus 'Tricolor'
- Methods
- Stem cutting, Node cutting. Step-by-step guide
- Difficulty
- Easy. Forgiving of missed waterings, average home humidity, and imperfect light. A solid pick for beginners or low-fuss collections.
- Time to establish
- 2-4 months