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Arrowhead vine

Syngonium podophyllum Schott · Araceae

Toxic to pets Also known as Arrow-head vine, Nephthytis, Goosefoot plant

Pet safety

Toxic to pets. Toxic to cats. Toxic to dogs. Toxic to horses.

Clinical signs: Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not horses), difficulty swallowing

Source: ASPCA, matched at species level.

Care

  • LightMedium / part shade – Bright indirect
  • WaterLet the top inch dry
  • HumidityAverage household
  • Temperature15°C – 29°C
  • DifficultyEasy
  • SoilAroid mix
  • FertilizingMonthly, growing season

Size & habit

  • Mature height (indoor) 0.6–1.8 m
  • In the wild 2–6 m
  • Habit
    • Vining
    • Climbing
    • Trailing
  • Growth rateFast

Common problems

  • Spider mites
  • Mealybugs
  • Root rot

Propagation

  • Stem cutting
  • Water propagation

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