Amydrium 'Silver'

$19.99
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Amydrium ‘Medium Silver’ is a striking tropical climbing aroid with elongated, heart-shaped leaves displaying a beautiful silvery sheen against green margins and veining. As the plant matures, its foliage may develop distinctive splits or fenestrations, adding to its ornamental appeal. Its climbing growth habit makes it an excellent choice for a moss pole or other vertical support.

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Details & Plant Care

Difficulty:

Moderate

Water:

Medium-High Water (Top 25% Dry)

Humidity:

60-75%

Pet Friendly:

As an aroid, it should be considered toxic to cats and dogs if chewed or ingested.

Light:

Partial Shade/Full Sun

Plant Information

Common Names:

Silver Monstera Vine

Scientific Name:

Amydrium medium ‘Silver’

Country Of Origin

The species Amydrium medium is native to tropical Southeast Asia, including parts of Malaysia, Indonesia and surrounding regions.

Growth Rate:

Moderate - Fast

Soil Type:

A chunky, airy aroid potting mix that retains some moisture while draining freely. A blend of orchid bark, coco coir, perlite and a small amount of compost or potting soil provides good root aeration.

Fertilize:

Feed Every 4 Weeks (Spring & Summer)No fertilizer (Autumn & Winter)

Remember to only fertilize during their active growing season.

Common Pests

Spider Mites

Spider Mites

What To Look For: Very fine webbing under leaves or between stems and leaves (especially in dry indoor air). Leaves may appear stippled (tiny yellow or white dots) or dusty; they may turn yellow, brown or drop. When you tap a leaf onto white paper, you might see tiny moving specks. (Often too small to see easily)

How To Treat: Increase humidity around the plant (since mites thrive in dry air). Spray plant thoroughly (both sides of leaves) with insecticidal soap or a miticide/plant-safe oil; repeat every few days. In heavy infestations, consider removing severely affected sections; isolate the plant.

Thrips

Thrips

What To Look For: Tiny, slender insects are often difficult to see; damage appears as silvery or grey stippling on leaves, distorted growth, or black specks (their feces). May also see uneven colouring, leaf silvering, and leaf edges curling.

How To Treat: Use insecticidal soap, making sure to cover all surfaces, including undersides, and new growth. Trim off and discard severely infested growth. Monitor with sticky traps (blue or white) and isolate the plant.

Mealybugs

Mealybugs

What To Look For: White, cottony or waxy masses on stems, leaf axils, underside of leaves. Sticky honeydew, sooty mold growth, yellowing or dropping leaves.

How To Treat: Use a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol to dab and remove visible bugs. Wash leaves and stems with gentle soapy water. In heavy infestations, consider removing very affected stems/leaves or, in the worst case, replacing the plant.

Scale Insects

Scale Insects

What To Look For: Small oval or round bumps on stems or leaves; they may look like part of the plant. Sticky residue/honeydew, sooty mold. Yellowing leaves, leaf drop, and decline in plant vigour.

How To Treat: Physically scrape or wipe off scale insects when you see them; use your fingernail or a soft brush. Use horticultural/plant-safe oils or insecticidal soap when the crawler stage is active. Re-inspect regularly because scale eggs and crawlers can hide under shells.