Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency in winter when the plant's growth slows down.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Also known as African Evergreen · Albo · American Evergreen
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Goosefoot-plant (Syngonium podophyllum) is a popular houseplant known for its arrowhead-shaped leaves and vibrant green color, often with variegation.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright indirect light
75% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight which can scorch leaves
Keep consistently moist
50% intensity
Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings
Well-draining potting mix
50% intensity
Average room temperature
50% intensity
Prefers 18-24°C, avoid cold drafts
Feed during growing season
50% intensity
Diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Calcium oxalate crystals
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency in winter when the plant's growth slows down.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to encourage bushier growth. Trim leggy stems back to a leaf node. Remove any yellowing or damaged leaves promptly. Pruning can be done year-round as needed.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings with at least two leaf nodes. Remove the lower leaves and plant them in moist potting mix or place them in water. Roots will form in a few weeks.
Repot every 1-2 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting is best done in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Where Goosefoot-Plant (Syngonium podophyllum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Syngonium |
| Species | Syngonium podophyllum |
Similar in genus Syngonium
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