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Pothos cf scandens [cutting]
GenusPothosRegionSoutheast AsiaPlant GroupAroidsGrowth HabitClimber / VineSetupHouseplantDifficultyIntermediate
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Care information

*Pothos cf. scandens* is an unidentified but closely related form to *Pothos scandens*, a widespread shingling aroid found across Southeast Asia. Juvenile leaves are small, narrow, and pressed tightly against the climbing surface, forming a neat shingle pattern. As the plant matures, the leaves elongate further, sometimes becoming leathery or more variable depending on environmental conditions and support. The “cf.” designation indicates it is not confirmed as *P. scandens* but clearly allied to it.

**Light Requirements:** Bright, indirect light. Avoid harsh direct sun.
**Humidity Requirements:** Moderate to high, 60–85%. Performs best in terrariums, cabinets, or greenhouses.
**Temperature Range:** 65–85°F (18–29°C). Protect from drops below 60°F (16°C).
**Growth Habit:** Juvenile shingling climber with narrow, appressed leaves that elongate with maturity.
**Soil:** Well-draining tropical aroid mix with bark, perlite, and coco chips. Can also be grown mounted to encourage shingling habit.
**pH:** Slightly acidic to neutral, 5.5–6.5.
**Size:** Juvenile leaves 3–6 cm; mature leaves can grow much larger, elongating significantly when provided vertical climbing support.

Plant Details
Airflow
Medium — Essential for "wetish" setups. Needs regular air exchange or internal circulation fans to prevent water from sitting on leaves, which helps avoid rot and fungal issues.
Family
Araceae
Growth strategy
Epiphyte
Humidity
60–80% — Suitable for "open-top" or partially ventilated terrariums. While higher than average household humidity, these plants are adaptable and less prone to leaf melt if the environment fluctuates slightly.
Lighting
Bright — Requires high-output lighting to maintain vivid color expression (especially for reds, purples, and variegation) and to ensure shingling habits stay tight and compact.
PH
5.5–6.5 — Acidic (Optimal): The “Goldilocks” zone for most tropical terrarium plants, including Marcgravia. This range ensures maximum nutrient availability and mimics the natural decomposition of leaf litter on the rainforest floor.
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Cutting
Size
Large
Temperature
70–85°F — Standard Tropical Range. This mirrors the natural understory of the rainforest, providing enough warmth for vigorous growth while remaining safe from the extreme heat that can bake a closed glass enclosure.
Watering substrate
Damp — These plants love high moisture levels; the substrate should stay wet to the touch at all times but should not be sitting in a stagnant, waterlogged state.
World
Old World — Native to the Eastern Hemisphere: Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and surrounding islands.