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Pothos Sterling Silver

Pothos Sterling Silver

Medium Light 1-2 ft./yr Growth

Sterling Silver Pothos features soft, shimmering silver-green leaves that trail beautifully. Forgiving, fast-growing, and adaptable to most light conditions indoors.

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Pothos Sterling Silver
About The Pothos Sterling Silver

The Scindapsus pictus 'Sterling Silver' is a captivating houseplant admired for its shimmering, silvery-green leaves with a velvety texture. This low-maintenance plant thrives in bright, indirect light and adapts well to indoor conditions, making it an ideal choice for both new and experienced plant enthusiasts! Perfect for hanging baskets, shelves, or as a statement piece in your home.

  • Each plant is unique; size and shape fluctuate by season so all measurements are shown as a range
  • Medium plants measure between 10-12 inches tall from bottom of the grow pot to the top of the foliage
  • Arrives in a nursery grow pot nestled in your planter choice
Sizing Guide
Small
Approximately 5" in diameter, fits plants in a 4" grow pot or smaller
Medium
Approximately 7" in diameter, fits plants in a 6" grow pot or smaller
Large
Approximately 10-12" in diameter, fits plants in a 10" grow pot or smaller
Massive
Approximately 12-14" in diameter, fits plants in a 12" grow pot or smaller
Watering Requirements
Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.
Sunlight Requirements
Thrives in medium to bright indirect light. Can tolerate low indirect light but pigmentation may fade on new growth.
Humidity Requirements
Normal room humidity will do, but Pothos will feel more at home under higher humidity conditions if possible, preferably between 40-60%. Consider incorporating a humidifier to boost humidity levels more consistently if the air in the home is dry.
Pet-Friendly Plant?
No, use caution when placing this plant in homes with pets.
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Pothos Sterling Silver
Frequently Asked Questions
Is "Sterling Silver Pothos" an actual Pothos?
No, it is technically not a true Pothos. It's an evolutionary cousin belonging to the genus Scindapsus (Scindapsus treubii 'Moonlight' or Scindapsus pictus 'Sterling Silver'). While both share membership in the Araceae family and have similar trailing behaviors, Scindapsus leaves are notably thicker, more matte, and carry an iridescent layer.
Is "Sterling Silver Pothos" an actual Pothos?
No, it is technically not a true Pothos. It's an evolutionary cousin belonging to the genus Scindapsus (Scindapsus treubii 'Moonlight' or Scindapsus pictus 'Sterling Silver'). While both share membership in the Araceae family and have similar trailing behaviors, Scindapsus leaves are notably thicker, more matte, and carry an iridescent layer.
How much light does a Sterling Silver plant need?
This plant thrives best when placed in bright indirect light to dappled sun, preferably in an east or west-facing window. Strong direct afternoon sun will quickly burn the leaves, while low-light conditions can cause the vines to grow leggy and revert to a dull, solid green color.
How much light does a Sterling Silver plant need?
This plant thrives best when placed in bright indirect light to dappled sun, preferably in an east or west-facing window. Strong direct afternoon sun will quickly burn the leaves, while low-light conditions can cause the vines to grow leggy and revert to a dull, solid green color.
My Pothos is bare at the base, how do I fix it?
To rejuvenate a pothos that is bare at the soil, try the layering method! Gently lay one of the longer, healthy vines onto the soil surface, securing it with floral pins or paper clips so the nodes (where
leaves and aerial roots form) make contact with the soil. In a few weeks, the nodes will develop roots, creating new growth at the base. If you don't have a long vine to layer with, you can always propagate stem cuttings from your plant to root and plant at the soil surface!
My Pothos is bare at the base, how do I fix it?
To rejuvenate a pothos that is bare at the soil, try the layering method! Gently lay one of the longer, healthy vines onto the soil surface, securing it with floral pins or paper clips so the nodes (where
leaves and aerial roots form) make contact with the soil. In a few weeks, the nodes will develop roots, creating new growth at the base. If you don't have a long vine to layer with, you can always propagate stem cuttings from your plant to root and plant at the soil surface!
How do you make a Pothos fuller and bushier?
By nature, pothos plants are climbers and trailers that grow in long, singular vines. If left completely unpruned, the top of the pot can begin to look sparse and leggy. Regularly pruning the trailing ends of your vines just below a leaf node during the spring or summer months can help force the plant to branch out just below the cut.
How do you make a Pothos fuller and bushier?
By nature, pothos plants are climbers and trailers that grow in long, singular vines. If left completely unpruned, the top of the pot can begin to look sparse and leggy. Regularly pruning the trailing ends of your vines just below a leaf node during the spring or summer months can help force the plant to branch out just below the cut.
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Our planters are made from the highest quality materials, and designed to complement a range of styles.
Porcelain Planters
Isabella

Includes drainage hole and matching saucer

Ceramic Planters
Grant

No drainage hole; use as cache pot or add lava rocks

Hyde

Includes drainage hole & matching saucer

No Exterior Planter
Grow Pot

Plastic container with drainage holes used by our greenhouse

All of our plants ship in premium packaging for zero damage on arrival. Here’s what you can expect in your box on arrival:
Your Pothos Sterling Silver
Fully rooted in a nursery pot with soil intact
Custom Protection System
Corner guards, soil stabilizer, and branch sleeves keep it secure
Pre-Watered & Ready
Each plant is watered 24 hours before it is shipped
Care Instructions Card
Includes expert-curated care tips to help your plant thrive far beyond the first 30 days.
Perfect For Gifting
No pricing or packing slips included with gifts! Just the plant and a note.

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