Scindapsus Pictus ‘Silvery Ann’: The Ultimate Guide

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I hope you are doing great in your gardening field. You might have heard of the Silvery Ann before. This variety is scientifically known as Scindapsus Pictus. Growing this variety in your home garden will add texture and magic to your home garden. Silvery ann pothos is one of the adorable choices for gardeners as it tends to produce heart-structured leaves in the plant. 

The Silvery Ann pothos plant is one of the tropical evergreen plants that is Native to Southeast Asia and tends to produce silver-colored foliage in the plant. This plant will produce silver leaf edges in the plant and this plant will add an amazing touch to your houseplant collection. 

Let’s begin with this guide to know more about the ultimate guide of Scindapsus Pictus ‘Silvery Ann’. I hope you are excited to know about them. So, what are we waiting for? Let’s move forward. 

Scientific Name	Scindapsus pictus ‘Silvery Ann’
Common Name	Satin Pothos, Silver Pothos, Pothos Silvery Ann
Light	Bright indirect sunlight
Watering	Once a week, water if the top half of the soil is dry
Temperature	60-75°F (15°C-23°C).
Hardiness Zone	USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11
Humidity	50-70%
Soil Type	Equal proportion of soil, OM, perlite/vermiculite
Soil pH	6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic to slightly acidic)
Fertilizing	A balanced feed once a month in spring and summer
Repotting	Every 2-3 years
Pruning	When the foliage becomes dull or if it has trailed for too long
Propagation	Stem Cuttings and Division
Toxicity	Toxic to humans and pets
Mature Size	Can grow up to 1 meter and can spread up to 10 feet
Bloom Time	Summer, but rarely blooms

What is Scindapsus Pictus ‘Silvery Ann’?

Scindapsus Pictus ‘Silvery Ann’ is one of the plants that tend to produce silvery foliage in the plant that contrasts well with the other plants in the home garden. 

You will observe silver variegation on the leaves of the plant That looks amazing. This plant is native to south-east Asia. You can also grow this tropical house plant in your home garden.

Scindapsus Silvery Ann Caring Tips 

The Scindapsus Silvery Ann plant will be grown easily in a home garden, but what is tricky is the caring guide for your plant. If you are keen on your plants in the garden, then you should know about some of the best tips for caring for these plants so that you receive the desired results. They are as follows:

Sunlight needs

• Silvery Ann plant will grow well in the bright indirect sunlight. Low light will also suit the plant well.
• When you plant this variety inside your home garden, you have to place it near the window about 2 to 3 feet away from it. 
• It will help in providing the filter light to the plant so that the plant gets saved from the direct effect of the sunlight. 
• Providing full exposure to the plant will not let the plant grow at its best as it will cause yellow color leaves in the plant. 

Watering needs

• This is required by every plant and the same is the case with this tropical house plant that requires water to remain healthy.
• But it is not too demanding in its water needs. You have to water the plant when the soil becomes dry.
• Overwater is not healthy for this plant as it will cause root rot in the plant. 
• To check the moisture of the soil you have to insert the finger inside the soil about 2 inches deep. If it feels dry then is the right time to water your plant.
• The ideal water system for your plant is one time a week, especially at the time of summer, whereas reduce the frequency of water at the time of winter.

Temperature needs

• The ideal range of temperature for this plant lies between 60-75°F (15°C-23°C). So you have to provide this plant with such temperature so that it shows you the desired results.
• If the temperature goes below 60°F then the plant will not grow healthy.
• You have to protect your plant from the cold drafts as freezing will cause injury to the plant. 

Humidity needs

• The ideal level of humidity for this plant lies between 50 to 70%. As this plant is not too picky when it comes to the humidity required by it.
• They can bear low levels of humidity to high levels of humidity.
• But you have to keep misting the plant so that the level of moisture remains maintained in the plant.
• If there is less humidity, then you can make use of a humidifier to increase the level of humidity in the plant. 

Soil needs

• This plant requires well drains for its growth, whose pH level should lie between 6.1 to 6.5 and is slightly acidic.
• You can even make your potting mix by mixing equal parts of soil mix, vermiculite, coarse sand, perlite, etc. 
• It will make the best mixture for your plant and provide nutrients to the soil so that the plant flourish. 

Fertilizer needs

• This plant is not remaining when it comes to the fertilizer required by the plant so you have no stress when it comes to fertilizing the plant. 
• However, you can provide the plant with fertilizer that should be balanced in the ratio of 14– 14– 14 NPK.
• It will help in stimulating the growth of the plant. You have to feed them with fertilizer one time in a month.
• During summer and spring when the plant grows actively that time is the right time for feeding the plant with fertilizer. 

Potting and repotting needs

• This plant needs to be repotted every 2 to 3 years. Repotting is done so that the plant remains free from the root bound. 
• When you repot the plant, you have to make use of fresh potty mix for the plant.
• Also, choose a container that is two sizes bigger than the previous one so that the roots adjust in the new container properly.
• Remove the plant from the old container gently remove the excess soil from its roots and then put the plant in the new container.

Container with drainage

• Choose a container that has a good amount of drainage holes.
• Drainage holes will help in removing the excess water from the plant which will not cause waterlogged soil.
• Drainage holes should be at the very bottom of the container. 
• If the water will sit in the plant, then it will cause fungal infection in the plant which is not good for the health of the plant. 

Pruning needs

• This plant requires pruning when it overgrows and its roots come out from the drainage holes.
•  As you know this variety grows about 10 feet tall and it needs to be trimmed occasionally so that the plant attains a healthy shape and size. 
• You have to make use of sharp and sterilized scissors for pruning your plant.
• Remove all the yellow-colored leaves from the plant as it will ruin the growth of the plant. 

Common Problems With Scindapsus Pictus ‘Silvery Ann’

Below are some of the common problems that are affected by the Scindapsus Pictus ‘Silvery Ann’. They are as follows: 

Pests

• Pests are a common problem that is faced by every plant and the same is the case with this plant. 
• Some of the pests like mealybugs, spider mites, and thrips will come to the plant to circuit fluid from the leaves and satisfy their hunger.
• So you have to save your foliage by wiping the leaves with rubbing alcohol frequently.
• Also, you have to prune off the damaged leaves from the plant if there are thrips in the plant.
• You can also make use of pesticides for spraying on the leaves so that the problem of the pests gets removed. 

Brown Leaves

• Browning of leaves in the plant is another common problem that is faced by this plant.
• It is a symptom that shows that the plant is suffering from low humidity, oversupply of water, sunburn, etc. 
• So, water the plant moderately and provide the plant with a good level of humidity.

Loss Of Variegation

• Last, but not least the other common problem that is faced by the marble king photos is its loss of variegation.
• But why, so? It happens because of the less supply of sunlight to the plant.
• So, keep in mind to provide your plant with a good amount of bright, but indirect sunlight so that it thrives well.
• Direct exposure to sunlight will harm the growth of the plant so keep in mind to avoid it.

Wrapping up the context 

In this guide, you come to know that Silvery Ann is scientifically known as Scindapsus Pictus. Growing this variety in your home garden will add texture and magic to your home garden. Silvery ann pothos is one of the adorable choices for gardeners as it tends to produce heart-structured leaves in the plant. 

The Silvery Ann pothos plant is one of the tropical evergreen plants that is Native to Southeast Asia and tends to produce silver-colored foliage in the plant. This plant will produce silver leaf edges in the plant and this plant will add an amazing touch to your houseplants collection. I hope you are clear with the guide. 

Thanks for Reading! Happy Gardening! 

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