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Syngonium Podophyllum White Butterfly white perl

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Original price ₹239
Original price ₹239 - Original price ₹359
Original price ₹239
Current price ₹199
₹199 - ₹299
Current price ₹199

(MRP Inclusive of all taxes)

Container: Pot
Size: 5 inch

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Why it’s special?

  • Colourful arrow-shaped leaves
  • Tolerates low light
  • Very easy to grow
  • Air-purifying indoor plant
  • Roots fast from cuttings
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🌎 Country of origin: India

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Syngonium podophyllum, the Arrowhead Plant, is a versatile aroid grown for its arrow-shaped leaves that shift colour and shape with age. Available in green, pink, cream and variegated forms, it works as a compact tabletop plant when young and a trailing or climbing vine as it matures. Extremely adaptable, it tolerates a wide range of indoor conditions and low light, making it one of the easiest houseplants in India. It purifies indoor air and roots quickly from cuttings, so it is a favourite for offices, homes and gifting. Pinch regularly to keep it full and bushy.

Specifications

Family Araceae
Native region Central & South America
Mature height 0.5-2 m (vining)
Mature spread 30-50 cm
Growth rate Fast
Foliage Arrow-shaped; green, pink, cream variegation
Flower colour Greenish spathe (rare indoors)
Flower season Rarely flowers indoors
Climate zone Tropical, warm humid

Care guide

Sunlight Bright to moderate indirect light; tolerates low light
Watering Water when top 2-3 cm of soil dries
Soil / mix Well-draining mix with cocopeat and perlite
Temperature 18-30 C; protect below 12 C
Humidity Average to high; appreciates misting
Fertilizer Balanced liquid feed monthly in growing season
Pruning Pinch tips often to keep compact and bushy
Repotting Every 1-2 years when rootbound
Propagation Stem cuttings with node in water or soil
Pests & problems Spider mites, mealybugs, aphids occasionally
Toxicity / safety Toxic to pets and humans if ingested
Difficulty Very easy

Uses

Popular tabletop, hanging and climbing houseplant for homes and offices. Used in dish gardens and as an easy air-purifying gift plant.

Growing tips

Pinch growing tips regularly to keep the plant bushy rather than leggy. In Indian summers keep it in bright shade and mist occasionally to maintain leaf colour.

Syngonium White Butterfly Care

The Syngonium Podophyllum White Butterfly thrives in bright, indirect light and appreciates a well-draining potting mix kept lightly moist but never waterlogged. Water when the top couple of centimetres of soil feel dry, and mist or group it with other plants to keep humidity up, which helps the pale, arrow-shaped foliage stay lush. Feed with a balanced houseplant fertiliser once a month through the growing season, and pinch back leggy stems to keep the plant full and compact.

Where to Place Syngonium in Your Home

White Butterfly does best a metre or so back from a bright window, or near an east-facing sill where morning light is gentle. It suits shelves, desks, bathrooms and kitchens where humidity runs a little higher, and its trailing habit works well in a hanging pot or trained up a small moss pole. Keep it away from harsh midday sun, which can scorch the creamy-white variegation, and out of cold draughts.

Syngonium Benefits & Uses

Beyond its soft green-and-white foliage, the Syngonium is a hardy, fast-growing houseplant that forgives the occasional missed watering, making it a friendly choice for beginners. It grows quickly to fill a corner or cascade from a shelf, and is easy to propagate from stem cuttings so you can grow your collection or share it. Its compact size and adaptable nature make it a versatile pick for homes, offices and gifting.

Why Buy Syngonium Online in India

Ordering the Syngonium White Butterfly from GardenGo means it is sourced locally and delivered fast, often within about two hours in serviced areas, so it arrives alive and settled rather than stressed from days in transit. You can add matching pots, potting mix and plant food to the same order and have everything for your garden turn up together. Choose your preferred size on this page and we will pack it carefully for the short journey to your door.

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Syngonium?
Water when the top 2-3 cm of soil dries, roughly every 5-7 days indoors. Reduce in winter and when light is low.
Can Syngonium grow in low light?
Yes, it tolerates low to moderate light, though brighter indirect light keeps the variegation and pink tones vivid.
Is Syngonium safe for pets?
No. It contains calcium oxalate and is toxic to cats, dogs and humans if ingested; keep it out of reach.
How do I keep it bushy instead of leggy?
Pinch or trim the growing tips regularly. This encourages branching and keeps the plant compact and full.
How do I propagate Syngonium?
Take a stem cutting with a node and root it in water or moist soil; it roots within a couple of weeks.
When should I repot it?
Repot every 1-2 years or when roots crowd the pot, ideally in spring, into fresh well-draining aroid mix.
Why are the leaf tips turning brown?
Usually low humidity, underwatering or salt build-up. Mist occasionally, water consistently and flush the soil periodically.
Can I grow Syngonium outdoors?
Yes, in shaded balconies or under tree cover. Protect it from direct harsh sun and cold winter drafts.
Does Syngonium purify air?
Yes, it is among the common foliage plants noted for helping remove indoor air pollutants in studies.
How do I fertilize it?
Use a balanced diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the active growing season; avoid feeding in winter.
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