Syngonium, Arrowhead Vine, Nephthytis

Syngonium podophyllum Schott.

sin-GOAN-ee-um  poe-doe-PHYL-um

Araceae

Explanation of name: The generic name refers to the fused ovaries. Podophyllum means foot-leaf.

Natural range: Mesoamerica (BR1)

Recognition: A rampant, rooty, climbing aroid vine with highly variable leaf blades, these usually arrowhead-shaped (sagittate) to palmately lobed. With many cultivars, some variegated, including ‘White Butterfly’.

Landscape uses: A large, rampant vine capable of climbing trees, or of cascading from hanging baskets. Notable for varied leaf forms and leaf colors, the colors often disappearing with age. Shade-tolerant. Very adaptable and escaped from cultivation as a Category I Invasive Exotic. Not recommened for use outdoors in Florida.