Pothos 'Satin' - CUTTING

Botanical Name:

• Scindapsus pictus 'Argyraeus'

Common Name:

• Pothos
• Satin
• Pothos Pictus
• Silver Vine

Description: This striking tropical plant is fairly new to house plant nurseries, and is garnering a lot of attention. Big, heart-shaped leaves are dark-green and splashed with silvery gray, giving them a satin sheen. Its compact growth habit makes Scindapsus pictus 'Argyraeus' a beautiful hanging basket plant. You'll see the best leaf color and variegation by keeping it in bright, indirect light. You'll also keep the plant healthy by boosting the humidity around it. In fact, its variegated foliage makes Satin Pothos a beautiful addition to a terrarium.

 Instructions:

1. Prepare Your Cutting:

   • Carefully remove any leaves from the lower nodes of the cutting.
   • Allow the cutting to dry and callous over for a day or two before planting.

2. Choose Your Medium:

   • Fill a small pot with a well-draining soil mix, such as a blend of perlite, peat moss, and orchid bark.
   • Alternatively, you can start the cutting in water by placing it in a clean jar filled with room-temperature water.

3. Planting the Cutting:

   • If using soil, create a small hole in the center and insert the cutting, ensuring the nodes are buried while the leaves remain above the soil.
   • If using water, place the cutting in the jar with the nodes submerged and leaves above the waterline.

4. Provide Optimal Conditions:

   • Position the cutting in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.
   • Maintain high humidity around the cutting by using a humidity dome or loosely covering the pot with a plastic bag.

5. Care and Patience:

   • Water the soil lightly, keeping it moist but not soggy.
   • If rooting in water, change the water every few days to prevent stagnation.
   • Be patient; root development can take several weeks to a few months.

Tips:

• Use rooting hormone on the cut ends to encourage faster root development.
• Monitor the cutting for signs of growth, such as new leaves or root emergence.
• Once roots are established, transition the cutting to a pot with a well-draining soil mix.

Add the captivating Pothos 'Satin' to your plant collection and enjoy the rewarding process of nurturing it from a cutting into a flourishing, vibrant plant. This rare and exquisite Satin Pothos will bring a touch of elegance and natural beauty to any indoor space!