How to Grow and Care for Arrowhead plant

Arrowhead plant, also known as Arrowhead vine, White butterfly, American evergreen, Goosefoot, Nephthytis

Arrowhead plant thrive in indirect light and appreciate high humidity, making them suitable for most indoor environments. Special care should be taken to avoid overwatering, as arrowhead plant are susceptible to root rot. Ensure the pot has adequate drainage and allow the topsoil to dry between waterings. Regular pruning is beneficial to maintain arrowhead plant's shape and encourage fuller growth.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full shade

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Planting and Growing Arrowhead plant

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full shade
Soil pH	5.5-6.5
Planting Time	All year round
Hardiness Zones	10-13
Toxicity	Toxic to Pets

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Varieties of Arrowhead plant

Arrowhead vine 'Berry Allusion'

Arrowhead vine 'Berry Allusion' has olive-green leaves that are highlighted with a light pink color. This accent color is the reason for its name. It is part of the Allusion Series of Syngonium. This popular houseplant is drought- and humidity-tolerant and also known for its easy propagation.

Syngonium podophyllum 'Maria Allusion'

Syngonium podophyllum 'Maria Allusion' has colorful dark green leaves with bronze and red mottling. Young leaves are particularly vibrant with burgundy accents. The specific reason for its name is unknown. This cultivar is one of the darkest plants in the Allusion Series of Syngonium. Like its relatives, it is a popular houseplant that tolerates low-light conditions.

African evergreen 'Glogo'

African evergreen 'Glogo' has dark green leaves that transition from light green to white towards their veins. Its name is based on its vigorous growth and striking coloration. This variety is compact due to its non-vining growth habit and can tolerate low-light conditions. It is derived from Syngonium podophyllum 'Robusta'.

Arrowhead vine 'Pixie'

Arrowhead vine 'Pixie' is so-named since it is a compact hybrid that is smaller than its parent plant and ideally suited to indoor container growth. Its attractive green and white leaves have great ornamental appeal and an added advantage is the ease of care of this reliable houseplant.

Arrowhead vine 'Mango Allusion'

Arrowhead vine 'Mango Allusion' is part of the Allusion Series of Syngonium. As implied by its name, this cultivar has attractive foliage that is flushed with green, pink, violet, and peachy tones. It is a popular houseplant because of its coloring and ease of care. It works well in terrariums and as hanging plant.

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Arrowhead plant exhibits a dynamic climbing growth pattern, reaching lengths of up to 6 feet (approximately 1.8 meters). Its appearance is characterized by generously long-petioled leaves that may display a spectrum of colors, from vivid green to variegated patterns. The typical habit of this species is a lush, bushy structure complemented by an array of soft, cascading stems. While blooms are a rare spectacle when arrowhead plant is grown indoors, its foliage alone makes it a sought-after houseplant for enthusiasts. The leaves, noteworthy for their arrowhead shape, add to the plant's ornamental appeal.