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Arrowhead Vine

Syngonium podophyllum

Other known names: Nephthytis

An adaptable vine whose leaf shape changes as it matures.

Starter guide. This bundled guide provides practical starting information while its full source and review record is being prepared.

LightBright indirectWaterWhen the upper 1–2 inches dryDifficultyBeginnerSafetySafety not yet verified

Safety not yet verified. Confirm the exact identification before deciding whether this plant is safe around children or pets. Catalog note: Safety not yet verified

Care

Light
Bright indirect
Water
When the upper 1–2 inches dry
Growing medium
Airy, chunky mix with reliable drainage
Feeding
Balanced feed at reduced strength during active growth
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
Average to high

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Characteristics

An adaptable vine whose leaf shape changes as it matures.

Names & botanical identity

Accepted name
Syngonium podophyllum
Plant group
Syngonium
Other known names
Nephthytis
Safety
Safety not yet verified
Confirm the exact identification before deciding whether this plant is safe around children or pets. Catalog note: Safety not yet verified

Growth

Growth habit
Climbing, trailing, or self-heading tropical
Native range
Tropical Americas or Southeast Asia, depending on genus
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
Average to high
Difficulty
Beginner

Propagation

Stem or node cutting; division for clumping types

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Problems to recognize

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History & lineage

Arrowhead Vine is recorded botanically as Syngonium podophyllum. Lorekeeper keeps accepted and former names connected so the guide remains findable as taxonomy changes.

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