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Pink Arrowhead Vine

4.4 out of 5 (7 experiences)

Fast grower

Large, lush leaves

About Pink Arrowhead Vine

Syngonium podophyllum is a popular, easy-to-care-for houseplant with beautiful arrowhead shaped leaves. You’ll often see these plants grown in their juvenile stage, but given something to climb on and abundant sunlight you may see them mature into their adult stage! The leaf shape changes as they mature and may even appear to split into three individual leaves. In the wild they can climb up to 65 feet tall. Be sure to handle them with care, as their sap contains oxalic acid which can be very irritating to the skin and eyes. 👀

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Syngonium 'Neon Robusta'

Genus

Syngonium

Family

Araceae

Order

Alismatales

Also known as

Syngonium 'Neon Robusta and syngonium neon robusta

How to care for Pink Arrowhead Vine

💦 Water

How often to water your Pink Arrowhead Vine

Pink Arrowhead Vine needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Pink Arrowhead Vine in your home

Pink Arrowhead Vine can tolerate being far from a window and light source.

Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Pink Arrowhead Vine in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Pink Arrowhead Vine

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Pink Arrowhead Vine: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Pink Arrowhead Vine after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Pink Arrowhead Vine prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Pink Arrowhead Vine can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

💨 Humidity

Pink Arrowhead Vine prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

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🪴 Soil

Pink Arrowhead Vine does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

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💩 Fertilizer

Pink Arrowhead Vine should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Pink Arrowhead Vine →

❄️ Dormancy

Pink Arrowhead Vine does not have a typical pattern of dormancy. If you notice their growth slowing down substantially, double check that they are getting enough sunlight and water to thrive!

🌎 Native Region

Pink Arrowhead Vine is native to Central America.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

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Care Summary for Pink Arrowhead Vine

Pink Arrowhead Vine

Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 6ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Fast grower 7

Large, lush leaves 2

Easy to propagate 1

Survivor 1

@@MarinaBida

52 Plants

1,060 XP

Mississauga, Ontario

07/10/2021

One of the most beautiful plants I own

Fast grower

Pink Arrowhead Vine plant photo by @MarinaBida named Piglet on Greg, the plant care app.

@@MistedLeavesandStone

62 Plants

2,065 XP

06/16/2021

Syngoniums , or Arrowhead Plants , are easy care plants. I water plants according to a water meter or the good ol finger in soil test. Pinky has several hours in late afternoon sun. Neon Robusta gets pink iridescent leaves that shine beautifully. Pinky isn’t so pink when she doesn’t get enough light. Like my other plants it receives steady humidity level of 75 via a Levoit programmed humidifier on warm mist.

Fast grower

Large, lush leaves