Araceae
Syngonium podophyllum
Bring a fresh tropical look to any room with variegated Syngonium. Its arrow-shaped leaves and clean white-green pattern make it an instant décor upgrade, while its easy watering routine suits busy homes and offices. Let it trail, or train it upward for a fuller statement plant—either way, it delivers high impact with low maintenance.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Variegated Arrowhead Vine
Botanical Name: Syngonium podophyllum
Former Name: Nephthytis podophyllum
Plant Type: Foliage houseplant
Plant Code / SKU: PLT-0052
Alternative Names:
Arrowhead vine
Goosefoot plant
American evergreen
Nephthytis
بيقاس
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Alismatales
Family: Araceae
Genus: Syngonium
Species: podophyllum
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, from Mexico through Brazil. Widely cultivated as an ornamental and naturalized in tropical, subtropical, and indoor environments worldwide.
4. Visual Characteristics
Evergreen perennial vine with arrowhead‐shaped (sagittate) leaves displaying white to cream variegation over green. Juvenile leaves are unlobed and more triangular; mature leaves may develop shallow lobes. Stems are slender, trailing or climbing, bearing adventitious roots that latch onto surfaces.
5. Size & Dimensions
Upright/climbing height: 0.5–1.2 m (1.5–4 ft). Trailing length: up to 3 m (10 ft). Leaf length: 5–12 cm (2–5 in); width: 4–8 cm (1.5–3 in).
6. Light Requirements
Prefers bright, indirect light. Tolerates moderate light but variegation may fade. Avoid direct sun to prevent leaf scorch.
7. Watering Needs
Maintain evenly moist soil; water when the top 2–3 cm (1 in) dries out. Do not allow standing water. Reduce frequency in cooler months.
8. Soil & Potting
Use a well‐draining, peat‐based mix amended with perlite or orchid bark. Ideal pH 5.5–6.5. Repot every 1–2 years or when rootbound.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Optimal temperature: 18–26 °C (65–80 °F); minimum 15 °C (59 °F). Thrives in high humidity (60–80%). Benefits from occasional misting or a pebble tray in dry indoor air.
10. Fertilization
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer (e.g., 20-20-20) at half strength every 4–6 weeks during active growth (spring and summer). Hold back in autumn and winter.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Easy to moderate. Prune periodically to control size and encourage bushiness. Wipe leaves to remove dust and check for pests. Provide support (moss pole or trellis) for climbing habit.
12. Growth & Propagation
Fast‐growing vine. Propagate by stem cuttings: include 2–3 nodes, root in water or directly in moist potting mix. Roots typically form in 2–4 weeks. Can be trained on a pole for larger foliage.
13. Common Problems
Overwatering can cause root rot and yellow leaves. Underwatering leads to brown leaf tips. Low light results in leggy growth and loss of variegation. Pests include spider mites, mealybugs, aphids. Fungal leaf spots may occur in high humidity with poor air circulation.
14. Benefits & Uses
Decorative foliage ideal for hanging baskets, shelves, or climbing displays. Known to remove indoor air pollutants (e.g., formaldehyde). Its compact, trailing habit suits desks, offices, and small spaces.
15. Toxicity & Safety
Contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; toxic if ingested by pets or humans. Causes oral irritation, drooling, vomiting. Keep out of reach of children and animals.
Syngonium podophyllum
Bring a fresh tropical look to any room with variegated Syngonium. Its arrow-shaped leaves and clean white-green pattern make it an instant décor upgrade, while its easy watering routine suits busy homes and offices. Let it trail, or train it upward for a fuller statement plant—either way, it delivers high impact with low maintenance.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Variegated Arrowhead Vine
Botanical Name: Syngonium podophyllum
Former Name: Nephthytis podophyllum
Plant Type: Foliage houseplant
Plant Code / SKU: PLT-0052
Alternative Names:
Arrowhead vine
Goosefoot plant
American evergreen
Nephthytis
بيقاس
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Alismatales
Family: Araceae
Genus: Syngonium
Species: podophyllum
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, from Mexico through Brazil. Widely cultivated as an ornamental and naturalized in tropical, subtropical, and indoor environments worldwide.
4. Visual Characteristics
Evergreen perennial vine with arrowhead‐shaped (sagittate) leaves displaying white to cream variegation over green. Juvenile leaves are unlobed and more triangular; mature leaves may develop shallow lobes. Stems are slender, trailing or climbing, bearing adventitious roots that latch onto surfaces.
5. Size & Dimensions
Upright/climbing height: 0.5–1.2 m (1.5–4 ft). Trailing length: up to 3 m (10 ft). Leaf length: 5–12 cm (2–5 in); width: 4–8 cm (1.5–3 in).
6. Light Requirements
Prefers bright, indirect light. Tolerates moderate light but variegation may fade. Avoid direct sun to prevent leaf scorch.
7. Watering Needs
Maintain evenly moist soil; water when the top 2–3 cm (1 in) dries out. Do not allow standing water. Reduce frequency in cooler months.
8. Soil & Potting
Use a well‐draining, peat‐based mix amended with perlite or orchid bark. Ideal pH 5.5–6.5. Repot every 1–2 years or when rootbound.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Optimal temperature: 18–26 °C (65–80 °F); minimum 15 °C (59 °F). Thrives in high humidity (60–80%). Benefits from occasional misting or a pebble tray in dry indoor air.
10. Fertilization
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer (e.g., 20-20-20) at half strength every 4–6 weeks during active growth (spring and summer). Hold back in autumn and winter.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Easy to moderate. Prune periodically to control size and encourage bushiness. Wipe leaves to remove dust and check for pests. Provide support (moss pole or trellis) for climbing habit.
12. Growth & Propagation
Fast‐growing vine. Propagate by stem cuttings: include 2–3 nodes, root in water or directly in moist potting mix. Roots typically form in 2–4 weeks. Can be trained on a pole for larger foliage.
13. Common Problems
Overwatering can cause root rot and yellow leaves. Underwatering leads to brown leaf tips. Low light results in leggy growth and loss of variegation. Pests include spider mites, mealybugs, aphids. Fungal leaf spots may occur in high humidity with poor air circulation.
14. Benefits & Uses
Decorative foliage ideal for hanging baskets, shelves, or climbing displays. Known to remove indoor air pollutants (e.g., formaldehyde). Its compact, trailing habit suits desks, offices, and small spaces.
15. Toxicity & Safety
Contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; toxic if ingested by pets or humans. Causes oral irritation, drooling, vomiting. Keep out of reach of children and animals.