Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux
Araceae
Schismatoglottis sp. Borneo 'Silver'
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Care at a glance
Schismatoglottis sp. Borneo 'Silver'
Watering
Water when ~10–25% dry
Substrate
Moisture-retentive but aerated • Evenly moist • Organic-leaning • Fine-medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–27 °C • Avoid below: 16 °C
Humidity
Humid 60–80 % +
Growth habit
Compact clumping aroid with basal new growth.
Support
not needed
Growth speed
High
Max size indoors
Max. height: 50 cm • Max. spread: 70 cm
Toxicity & safety
Toxic
Origin & habitat
Undescribed Schismatoglottis species from Borneo
Outdoor growing
Outside from 15 °C · sheltered spot
How to read these values
These care values are quick reference points for indoor growing. Use them as a guide, then adjust for pot size, substrate, temperature and how quickly the substrate dries.
For more detail, read the full product description or visit our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level and approximate lux at leaf level.
- Watering: “% dry” shows how far the substrate should dry before watering again.
- Substrate: structure, drainage, moisture retention, base material and particle size.
- Temperature: “Ideal” shows the preferred range; “Avoid below” marks the cold-stress threshold.
- Humidity: target range; steady conditions usually matter more than exact numbers.
- Growth habit: how the plant grows, such as upright, climbing, trailing, clumping or rosette-forming.
- Support: whether a stake, pole or trellis is needed, optional or unnecessary.
- Growth speed: expected pace under suitable indoor conditions; use as a guide, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term indoor size under good conditions.
- Toxicity & safety: irritation, toxicity or physical hazards such as spines or bristles.
- Origin & habitat: native range, hybrid background or typical habitat where relevant.
- Outdoor growing: when a potted indoor plant can be placed outside and what outdoor protection it needs.
Schismatoglottis sp. Borneo 'Silver'
Schismatoglottis sp. Borneo 'Silver' is a compact tropical aroid with dark leaves and silver-toned patterning. New leaves emerge close to the base, forming a low clump around the crown.
It prefers warm, humid conditions, filtered light and an airy root zone. The crown sits close to the substrate, so excess moisture around the base can become a problem quickly.
Silver-patterned Schismatoglottis profile
- Plant type: Compact Schismatoglottis aroid in the Araceae family.
- Leaf detail: Dark green leaves with silver-toned central markings or streaking.
- Growth habit: Clumping, non-vining growth close to the pot.
- Humidity: Warm, humid and evenly moist conditions suit the compact crown.
- Light: Bright filtered light keeps growth firmer while protecting leaves from harsh sun.
- Substrate: Airy substrate reduces the risk of stale moisture around the base.
Basal growth and leaf pattern
Schismatoglottis sp. Borneo 'Silver' forms a tight aroid clump, with new leaves emerging from the base. The silver pattern can vary from leaf to leaf, especially as leaves mature and harden.
The compact crown needs moisture and air around the base. Constantly wet, stale substrate can damage the growing point, especially in cool rooms or closed setups with poor airflow.
Care for Schismatoglottis sp. Borneo 'Silver'
- Light: Place in bright filtered light. Direct midday sun can scorch the leaves.
- Water: Keep the mix lightly moist, then let the upper layer begin to dry before watering again.
- Humidity: Higher humidity keeps new leaves from crisping while they expand.
- Temperature: Keep warm and avoid cold windowsills, draughts and sudden drops.
- Substrate: Use an airy aroid mix that holds moisture without staying dense around the crown.
- Airflow: In cabinets or vitrines, gentle air movement reduces stale moisture near the base.
- Feeding: Feed lightly during active growth; avoid strong fertiliser on small or stressed roots.
Pattern and crown issues
- Crisping: Dry air, dry substrate or heat trapped near glass can mark leaf edges.
- Dull growth: Very low light can reduce contrast and produce softer, stretched leaves.
- Base rot: A cold, wet, airless mix can damage the crown and roots.
- Pattern variation: Individual leaves may show different amounts of silver marking.
Safety for Schismatoglottis sp. Borneo 'Silver'
Keep this aroid away from pets and small children. Chewed Schismatoglottis tissue can irritate the mouth and throat.
Plant names, growth habits, natural habitats and indoor care guidance are checked against trusted botanical, habitat and horticultural references before publication.View our plant care resources and references.
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