{"product_id":"amydrium-medium-silver","title":"Amydrium medium ‘Silver’ – Silver Spiderman Monstera","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWith its striking silvery-blue foliage and elongated, fenestrated leaves, \u003ci\u003eAmydrium medium ‘Silver’\u003c\/i\u003e brings a refined, sculptural touch to any plant collection. The shimmering, metallic hue of its leaves catches the light beautifully, creating an elegant focal point for shelves or plant stands. Though it looks exotic, this climbing aroid is surprisingly resilient and adaptable when given the right care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eAmydrium medium\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Silver’ (a cultivated form of \u003ci\u003eAmydrium medium\u003c\/i\u003e, meaning “intermediate” in reference to the leaf shape between species in the genus)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReclassification or Naming History\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eOriginally described by botanist Heinrich Wilhelm Schott in 1829. The species belongs to the Araceae family and is closely related to \u003ci\u003eMonstera\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eEpipremnum\u003c\/i\u003e, which explains its similar growth habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSynonyms\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNone currently accepted for this cultivar, though \u003ci\u003eAmydrium zippelianum\u003c\/i\u003e is sometimes confused with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSilver Spiderman Monstera, Silver Amydrium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNative to tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia, where it grows as an epiphytic climber in humid lowland forests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThrives in bright, indirect light. Too little light can dull the silver tones, while too much direct sun may scorch the leaves. A few hours of gentle morning light is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWater when the top third of the soil has dried out. In spring and summer, this may mean weekly watering; reduce in winter when growth slows. Always empty excess water from saucers or cachepots to prevent root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eEnjoys moderate to high humidity (50–70%). Mist occasionally or place near a humidifier to prevent crispy edges. Excellent for bathrooms, kitchens, or grouped with other tropical plants to increase ambient humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers a chunky, free-draining aroid mix with components like orchid bark, perlite, and coconut coir. This ensures good airflow to the roots and prevents compaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every 4–6 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertiliser at half strength. Pause feeding in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIdeal temperature range is 18–28°C. Protect from cold draughts and temperatures below 15°C, which can cause leaf yellowing or blackening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eToxic if ingested; keep away from pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eTrain your \u003ci\u003eAmydrium medium ‘Silver’\u003c\/i\u003e to climb up a moss pole or coir totem – this encourages larger, more mature leaves with deeper fenestrations and a richer silver sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtras\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThis plant is a natural climber but will also trail attractively from a shelf if left untrained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eDespite its common name, \u003ci\u003eAmydrium medium ‘Silver’\u003c\/i\u003e isn’t a \u003ci\u003eMonstera\u003c\/i\u003e at all – but its growth habit and split leaves make it an easy imposter in any “Monstera corner.”\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"10cm","offer_id":57250199863677,"sku":"1081605931671","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"12cm","offer_id":45081351160061,"sku":"5651585194171","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/amydrium-medium-silver-572775.jpg?v=1715903130","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/amydrium-medium-silver","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}