This vigorous climber has slender stems with aerial roots that adhere to structures. It has dull green heart-shaped leathery leaves that may be blotched in yellow-gold colour. The boat-shaped creamy-white flowers appear amongst the foliage in early summer.

Hardiness zones 9 to 11

Scindapsus aureus is naturally found in the Solomon Islands growing as an understorey plant in tropical forests. It prefers a well drained organic rich moist soil in a semi shaded protected position and is drought and frost tender.

Devil's Ivy is commonly grown for its attractive foliage and climbing habit. It is used as a indoor plant or as a tropical garden specimen that grows on structures. It is an easy plant to cultivate and will establish in 2 to 3 years from cuttings. It tolerates low light and prefers a humid environment and should be keep moist during summer. In cold climates it is cultivated under glass. ID 608

Scindapsus (skin-DĂP-sus) aureus (ow-ree-us)

Araceae (a-RAY-see-ee)