House Plants – Arrowhead Vine

Botanical name: syngonium podophyllum

Beginner friendly?: no

Average size at maturity: up to 6 ft in height and 2 ft in width

Hardy zone: zones 10-13

Foliage color: green, white

Growth rate: reaches full maturity in roughly 5 years

Pruning instructions: trim dead or diseased foliage as needed

Propagation methods: cut a stem below the node and place in water until roots emerge

Light needs: less than 3 hours of sun per day

Special features: heart-shaped leaves

Watering instructions: prefers soil that is consistently moderately moist

Fertilizing instructions : fertilize once a year in the spring or summer

Best type of soil: potting soil

Companion plants: peace lily

Toxicity level: mildly toxic for humans and pets when ingested

Invasive species: no