Hello, today I would like to introduce you to SCINDAPSUS PICTUS ARGYRAEUS.
ORIGIN
It is a beautiful climbing plant that is quite easy to grow. It comes from the area from south-eastern Bangladesh to western and southern Southeast Asia. It belongs to plants from the Araceae Juss. family. It is one of the species of perennial and evergreen climbers.
PLANT CARE
Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus does not cause big problems in cultivation, so it is worth including it in your collection.
Requirements:
prefers sunny places but with diffused sunlight
moderate watering when the top layer of the substrate dries, 2-3 times a week in summer, once a week in winter
the optimal temperature in summer is 21 – 27 degrees Celsius, in winter not less than 15
air humidity about 50%
fertile and permeable soil
hates overflow
CHARACTERISTIC
The advantage of Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus is undoubtedly the fantastic heart-shaped leaves. There are silver spots on the emerald green leaf blade. The leaves are velvety to the touch and matte in texture. The plant can produce long shoots, up to several meters in length. Small aerial roots also appear on the surface of the stem. Perfect for macramé, suspended pots, and ladders. Creates amazing hanging compositions.
MULTIPLICATION
An additional advantage of Scindapsus is the ease of reproduction. To do this, cut off the top shoot or a fragment of the stem with one bud. Cut-off plant fragments easily take root both in water and in the soil. Cut leaves can also be rooted. The best time for plant reproduction in the spring and summer periods.
HEALTH EFFECT
In addition to being easy to grow and attractive in appearance, Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus shows great air purification abilities, thus improving its quality. Therefore, it is worth placing it in the bedroom or in a place where we spend a lot of time.
Unfortunately, this pleasant plant is slightly poisonous. It can cause vomiting and diarrhea, so better to keep it away from small children and pets.
Scindapsus Pictus Argyraeus is a very graceful plant. Both beginners and more advanced lovers of home greenery can cope with it. Scindapsus will add charm to any interior. It will work in bright and quite sunny rooms. Placed at the back of the room in a macramé or a hanging pot, it will be a great addition to the decor. Regularly trimmed and carefully formed, it can be a truly delightful decoration.
