Botanical name: Scindapsus treubii 'Aurea'

Common names: Golden Scindapsus Treubii, Variegated Golden Scindapsus

The Scindapsus treubii 'Aurea' is a remarkable and highly coveted mutation, offering a vibrant interplay of green and gold variegation on an iconic vining plant. Known for its elegant, lance-shaped leaves, this specific variety elevates the vining foliage with striking sweeps, mottling, and splashes of gold and cream variegation. The contrast between the deep green background and the bright variegated patches, which can range from thin veils of yellow to dense, deep gold on a single leaf, makes it a breathtaking and unforgettable centerpiece for any rare aroid collection. Beyond its visual allure, it is a rewarding plant, prized for its easy-care nature and relatively rapid growth compared to other rare houseplants.

Cultivated in the ideal tropical climate of Bogor, Indonesia, our golden specimens are closely monitored and grown in our own private greenhouse. By directly managing their environment, we ensure that each plant develops a robust root system and stable variegation before it is carefully prepared for international export. This is a real, living collector's piece, grown with hands-on dedication from growwithplant to bring a slice of the tropical jungle right into your home. We are dedicated to delivering the best quality variegation for our global clients, with a complete warranty for the duration of the shipping process.

Plant Specifications: What You Will Receive

• Established Plant: You will receive a healthy, fully rooted starter plant, carefully acclimated to handle the stress of international transit.
• Foliage: Each plant is securely shipped with 4 to 10 established leaves, displaying beautiful, unique mottled and solid golden-green patterns, including those unique leaves with a beautiful blend of light and deep gold. (Note: Variegation is natural and unpredictable; each leaf will have its own unique pattern).
• Quality Assurance: We personally inspect every single plant to ensure it is shipped in pristine, pest-free, and healthy condition. At growwithplant, we only sell the best variegation quality specimens.
• Sample Representation: The photo provided is a realistic sample of our current inventory. The plant you receive will be highly similar in size, leaf count, and health.
• Secure Worldwide Packaging & Warranty: Every order is professionally packed using layered insulation to protect the delicate foliage and secure the root ball for safe global delivery. We provide a full warranty on the condition of your plant throughout the entire shipping process.

Scindapsus Treubii Aurea Care Guide

This golden variegated Scindapsus is a rewarding plant, requiring mindful care to maintain its beautiful colors. Follow these practical steps for success:

• Light: Provide bright, indirect sunlight. This is crucial; variegated plants need more light than solid green ones to maintain their patterns, but direct sunlight will burn the foliage. This variety can handle slightly more indirect light than its non-variegated counterpart to maintain its vibrant gold, but direct sun is to be avoided.
• Watering: Allow the top 2 inches of the potting mix to dry out before watering thoroughly. The delicate roots are prone to rot if left sitting in dense, soggy soil.
• Soil: Use a highly porous, chunky aroid mix. A blend of orchid bark, perlite, pumice, and coco coir ensures excellent drainage and allows the roots to breathe.
• Humidity: Scindapsus love humidity, though they can tolerate average household levels. Aim for 60% to 80% to help new leaves unfurl smoothly and prevent crispy edges.
• Support (Crucial): As a natural climber with rapid growth potential, this plant must have a moss pole or wooden plank to climb. Providing support is the only way to encourage the plant to produce larger, mature leaves and faster growth.