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Syngonium podophyllum, Arrowhead vine, Nephthytis, African evergreen

Syngonium podophyllum

Arrowhead vine, Nephthytis, African evergreen
Family: Araceae
Origin: Mexico to Panama
USDA Zone: 10-11?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeShadeRegular waterOrnamental foliageIrritating plant

Perennial, evergreen, climbing herb; leaves alternate, simple, arrow-shaped, often mottled; flowers on a spadix surrounded by a spathe.

CAUSES SEVERE PAIN IN THE MOUTH IF EATEN!

Syngonium podophyllum, commonly grown as a houseplant, was originally confused with the similar-looking Nephthytis. It still retains Nephthytis as a common name, though it was given its own genus in 1879.


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Syngonium podophyllum Holly M
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Syngonium Holly M is a white, very full (suckering), non-vining Syngonium. It has the typical arrow-head shaped leaves that are slightly more pointed. The margins have a green line but the leaf is predominantly silver-white as it matures. Great for dish gardens, totems, and baskets.


Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
This item is certified for shipping to California.
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
3 Plants in stock
$29.95
Sale $9.95