Syngonium auritum
Syngonium auritum
Arrowhead vine
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Common Names
Arrowhead vineFivefingers
Context
nativeRegion
Mexico to Central America and parts of northern South America.
usdaZones
10–12 (can be grown as a houseplant elsewhere).
companionPlants
Philodendron, Epipremnum, Anthurium
culturalUses
Primarily grown as an ornamental foliage plant for homes, offices, and shade gardens.
Care
Care Requirements
LightPrefers bright, indirect light but tolerates partial shade; avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf scorch.
WateringKeep soil consistently moist but not soggy; water when the top inch feels dry. Reduce frequency in winter.
SoilWell-draining, rich, peat-based potting mix; ensure good aeration.
FertilizerFeed monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
HumidityHigh humidity (above 60%) is ideal; mist regularly or use a humidity tray.
TemperatureThrives in 18–27°C (64–80°F); avoid temperatures below 12°C (54°F).
Growth & Life Cycle
HabitClimbing vine or trailing epiphyte; often grown as a foliage houseplant.
Mature SizeReaches 1–3 meters (3–10 feet) in length indoors with support.
Growth RateFast growing under optimal conditions.
BloomingSeldom blooms indoors; produces greenish-white spathes and spadices in mature wild plants.
DormancyNo pronounced dormancy, but growth slows in cooler months.
Propagation
MethodsStem cuttings, Air layering
DifficultyEasy
Best SeasonSpring to early summer
Maintenance & Notes
PruningPrune to control shape and encourage bushier growth; remove dead or yellow leaves regularly.
RepottingRepot every 1–2 years or when rootbound, ideally in spring.
Pests & DiseasesWatch for spider mites, aphids, mealybugs, and root rot if overwatered.
ToxicityToxic to cats, dogs, and humans if ingested; causes irritation due to calcium oxalate crystals.
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