Syngonium podophyllum - Arrowhead Vine

This Syngonium really is the classic 'arrowhead plant' look. Its mid-green leaves are webbed with bright white variegation, highlighting the veins across the span of their arrowhead shapes. This plant will love you if you keep it in a humid spot, and make sure it gets bright light without scorching direct sun. And keep an eye on that gorgeous variegation - if you notice new leaves are coming through with more green and less white, it may not be getting enough light. Growing to around a foot (30cm) tall indoors, this Syngonium is the perfect stylish houseplant to add to your interior decor; keep it happy and it will reward you with a chic outline and stunning, delicate lines of variegation.

Scientific Name
Arrowhead Vine, African Evergreen, Nephthytis, Goosefoot Plant, Arrow Plant

Origin
Tropical rainforests of South America

Light
Likes bright, indirect light; too little or too much light and you may lose the variegation, and too much direct sunlight will cause spindly growth.

Water
Allow the top third of the soil to dry out in between watering; always allow to drain as this plant does not like sitting in soggy soil

Humidity
Syngoniums love high humidity- they will benefit from frequent misting or the introduction of a humidity tray.

Soil
Use a moisture-retentive, well-draining mix to keep this thirsty plant happy but not too soggy.

Food
Feed every four waters in the growing season, reduce to every six in autumn and winter.

Temperature
Average household temperatures of about 18-26°C are perfect- make sure it doesn't drop below 12°C in winter.

Pet-safe
No, this plant is toxic to pets and small humans.

Sprouts Top Tips
If the tips of the leaves are browning, it is probably too dry for your plant; try misting it or making a humidity tray to increase humidity!