Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering frequency in winter. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Also known as Arrowhead Syngonium · Sapatinho De Nossa Senhora · Silver Goosefoot
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Syngonium wendlandii is a terrestrial aroid prized for its velvety, dark green leaves with prominent silver markings.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
50% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves. Tolerates lower light but growth may be slower.
Keep consistently moist
50% intensity
Allow top 2-3 cm to dry between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-draining potting mix
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Thrives between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 13°C.
Feed during growing season
50% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks in spring/summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Irritant
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering frequency in winter. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Prune to maintain shape, encourage bushier growth, or control size. Pinch back leggy stems or cut back to a leaf node. Remove any yellowing or dead leaves promptly to maintain plant health and appearance.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings with at least two nodes. Remove lower leaves and insert the cut end into moist potting mix or water. Roots should form within a few weeks.
Repot every 1-2 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is one size larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repotting is best done in spring.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Syngonium |
| Species | Syngonium wendlandii |
Similar in genus Syngonium
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