Scientific name: scindapsus pictus (painted skindapsos- a four-stringed musical instrument) 'argyraeus'. Common name: silk pothos, satin pothos, silver vine. Origin: native to southeast asia. The leaves of the satin pothos are as eye-catching for their texture as the fabric for which they are named. This vinelike plant grows well in a hanging pot or from a higher perch, and the silvery variegation on its heart-shaped leaves will draw attention in any room. This plant is also not demanding when it comes to light; shadier locations are fine, as long as there is a window somewhere your pothos should be able to get enough light. Light: indirect light; this plant will do well in a shadier spot as long as you do not over-water. If you start to lose variegation it may be in too shady a spot. Water: allow the top third of the soil to dry out between waters; if in a shadier location, allow half the soil to dry out. Soil: plant in well-draining, moisture-retentive soil. A mix designed for monstera or philodendrons will work well for your pothos. Repot every three years in spring as the plant grows. Food: feed every four waters in the growing season, and reduce to every six in autumn and winter. Temperature: temperature should ideally be between 18-30°c. Sprouts top tips: prune off yellow or dying leaves; your plant may look small at first but with care, it will really branch out! Think about where it will grow to and make sure it has space. You can use cuttings to propagate new plants from too if you do need to trim the plant down!