How Do You Care For Scindapsus Pictus Shingling?

How do you care for Scindapsus Pictus Shingling?

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling, or the “Penny Plant,” is a species of succulent native to the tropics. When caring Scindapsus Pictus Shingling the following factors should be consider;

Light

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling prefers bright, indirect light and a slightly humid environment, though a well-drained potting mixture that allows for good drainage is recommended. Scindapsus Pictus Shingling prefers bright, indirect light and a slightly humid environment, though a well-drained potting mixture that allows for good drainage is recommended.

Water

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling requires moderate watering to ensure that the soil is kept moist but not overly wet. Allowing the soil to dry out completely between watering can result in wilting and damage to the plant.

Soil

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling does not tolerate wet feet, so a well-drained soil is required. The substrate should have good aeration and drainage characteristics. For best results, use a well-drained potting mixture that consists of one-third horticultural grade peat moss or coir fibers, one third perlite and one third coarse sand.

Soil drainage is essential for the health and longevity of your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling, so be sure to use a well-drained potting mixture with a pH between 5.5 and 7.0 that consists of one part coarse sand or perlite and two parts horticultural grade peat moss or coir fibers.

Fertilizer

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling requires moderate amounts of fertilizer to ensure that it receives sufficient nutrients for optimal growth.  Over-fertilization should be avoided as this may result in excessive leaf growth at the expense of blooms. Scindapsus Pictus Shingling is slow growing so it can be difficult to tell if the plant is receiving too much or not enough fertilizer.

Temperature

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling is sensitive to cold temperatures, so it should be grown in a warm location that is out of direct sunlight. It should also be protected from temperatures below 50°F as this can cause the succulent to become dormant, which may lead to leaf loss.

Humidity

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, however, it requires moderate humidity levels to ensure that the plant does not dry out. Blooms are most likely to develop when the humidity is kept between 70 and 80 percent.

The atmosphere should remain on the dry side as too much humidity may lead to leaf curling or distortion. Be sure not to place your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling in direct sunlight as this can cause leaf curl, discoloration, or even death of the leaves.

Repotting

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling can be repotted at any time of the year with or without root pruning. When repotting your plant, take care to avoid exposing the roots as this could lead to root rot. If entire roots are exposed, rinse them gently with warm water and allow them to dry completely before placing your plant back into its new home.

Propagation

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling can be propagated by either stem or leaf cuttings. To propagate from leaves, remove the leaves using a clean, sharp knife or shears. Only take the topmost leaves. If the leaf stem is cut off from the leaf itself, it will grow into another plant. Scindapsus Pictus Shingling propagation is easiest during summer months when there is high humidity and temperatures are warm (75-80°F).

Pruning

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling is easy to grow and produces many small colorful leaves. If your plant becomes too large, you can prune it back. Simply pinch the stem with a clean pair of pruners or sharp scissors.

Does Scindapsus Pictus Shingling need humidity?

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling is a succulent. These plants store moisture in their leaves and stems, but they do not like to be too wet as this may encourage rot. A well-drained soil with adequate aeration and drainage will provide the Scindapsus Pictus Shingling with enough moisture to keep the plant healthy.

You can check on the humidity level of your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling’s potting mix by gently squeezing or cupping a leaf between your fingers. If the leaf compresses easily, then the soil is probably loamy and well drained. If there is no give to the leaf, then the plant may be over-damp.

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling requires moisture for optimal growth. The plant should always be kept evenly moist but not drenched. Use a spray bottle or drip irrigation if you water by hand. Avoid letting the potting mix completely dry out, as this can cause wilting of new leaves as well as irreversible damage to older leaves and roots.

Why Scindapsus Pictus Shingling leaves turning brown?

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling leaves will naturally turn a brownish color if the plant receives too much light. Browning is also a reaction to being touched, as Scindapsus Pictus Shingling leaves are thin and delicate. Be sure to avoid touching the leaves or stems of the plant, as this may result in browning.

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling may also turn brown if the wrong kind of fertilizer is used. For instance, ammonia based fertilizers are highly toxic to succulents. Chemical based fertilizers should also be avoided as these may result in burning of the leaves.

When watering Scindapsus Pictus Shingling, take care not to overwater or allow the plant to become over-watered. This can cause root damage due to both overwatering and exposure to air that is too hot or cold.

Over watering a Scindapsus Pictus Shingling can cause burning and wilting of new leaves as well as damage to older leaves. Over watering can also lead to root rot and may result in the death of your plant.

How do I prune Scindapsus Pictus Shingling?

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling pruning is a simple matter of snipping off the damaged or over-grown parts of the stems and branches. Take care not to cut away too much of the branch, as this may result in rot from exposure to air that is too hot or cold. The following are procedure to follow when pruning;

• Use a sharp pair of shears or snips to cut off the damaged part of the stem.
• If your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling has several branches growing from it, you can also cut away the damaged branches and then cut off any new branches that are growing in place of the old ones.
• Use a clean pair of pruners to remove dead or diseased leaves from your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling’s stems, one at a time.
• One way of cutting back Scindapsus Pictus Shingling stems is to find the branch that has the lowest number of leaves on it and cut off that branch. This will encourage new growth from leaf nodes higher up on the stem and will also limit overall damage to your plant’s foliage. Always remove dead or diseased stems, leaves, or branches as soon as you notice them.

How do I repot my Scindapsus Pictus Shingling?

Proper watering and fertilizing is essential to the health of all succulents. Repotting your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling every spring can help encourage renewed growth. Succulents are generally easy to repot, but it is always best to remove the entire root ball if possible and re-pot the plant in a fresh, well-drained potting mix. They are steps to follow when repotting;

• Remove the plant from the pot by gently tugging or simply lifting it.
• If there is any soil still clinging to the roots, remove it thoroughly with a garden fork before repotting.
• Replace the plant in its new pot so that it is just barely covered by soil.
• Mist-water your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling and allow excess water to drain out of its pot before placing in your new home.
• Add enough potting soil to the bottom of the pot to allow water to wick into the soil below, but no further.
• Add a small amount or fertilizer, if desired.
• Place your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling in a location that receives bright light or filtered sunlight for most of the day and will receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
• Water your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling when potting it in and also following repotting. Be sure to use a spray bottle or drip irrigation for best results. Avoid over-watering as this can cause root rot and may also cause the plant to topple over.
• Repotting your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling every spring will help keep it healthy and promote new growth.

How do you propagate Scindapsus Pictus Shingling?

Propagating Scindapsus Pictus Shingling is a simple matter of taking stem or leaf cuttings. Stem cuttings are best taken during spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. The following are procedure to follow when taking a stem cutting;

• Use a cutting that is at least 4 inches in length and in good health.
• Cut the cutting just below the lowest leaf node from where you wish to take your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling cutting.
• Place your cutting in a pot of moistened vermiculite, perlite or sand.
• Place your pot in a warm, sunny location and keep it moist, but not too moist.
• Scindapsus Pictus Shingling cuttings should begin to root after approximately 3 weeks but may take longer depending on the size and health of your cutting. Be sure to check on your cuttings regularly.
• Once your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling cuttings have rooted, remove them from the vermiculite, perlite or sand and transplant into a well-drained potting mix.

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling can also be propagated by taking leaf cuttings during spring or summer. The following are procedure to follow when taking leaf cuttings;

• Use a leaf that is at least 4 inches long and in good health.
• Take the leaf cuttings of your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling and place them in the same manner as when taking stem cuttings.
• Depending on the size of your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling, it may take anywhere from 3 to 6 weeks for new roots to appear after leaf cutting. Be sure to check on your cuttings daily
• Once new roots have formed, transplant your newly rooted Scindapsus Pictus Shingling into a well-drained potting mix.
• Full growth and flowering may take up to one to two years for Scindapsus Pictus Shingling cuttings, depending on the size and health of the plant. Scindapsus Pictus Shingling can also be propagated by taking leaf or stem cuttings during spring or summer.

How often do you water Scindapsus Pictus Shingling?

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling should be watered when the soil it is in feels very dry to the touch. Water the plant until water runs from the pot’s drain holes.

If you live in a hot, arid climate, you may need to water your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling more frequently than if you live in a cooler climate with higher humidity. Limit the amount of water your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling receives in order to prevent root rot and to encourage healthy new growth.

Scindapsus Pictus Shingling is native to South Africa. It is often grown as a houseplant. The potting mix that is used when repotting your Scindapsus Pictus Shingling should be gradually changed each year as it grows and requires more drainage, nutrition, and watering than when it was a small plant in the wild.