Syngonium Wendlandii, commonly called the Velvet Arrowhead Vine or Silver Goosefoot Plant, is native to Costa Rica and the wider Central American rainforest, where it climbs trees as an epiphyte reaching for dappled canopy light. One of the two most recognized Syngonium species in cultivation (alongside the common Syngonium podophyllum), it's prized for velvety, dark green, arrowhead-shaped leaves marked with a bold silvery-white central stripe.
Note: as a freshly imported bare-root plant, this specimen typically arrives with just a few leaves — the photo shows a more mature, fuller specimen for reference.
Care tip: Unlike many Syngonium, this species keeps its signature arrowhead shape even at maturity rather than splitting into more complex lobed leaves — so the leaf shape you see young is close to what you'll get as it grows.
Give it bright, indirect light (too little fades the silver variegation; direct sun scorches the velvety leaves), a rich, well-draining mix with added orchid bark and perlite, and water once the top inch or two of soil is dry — never let it dry out completely. A moss pole encourages larger, more mature leaves if you want it to climb rather than trail from a hanging pot.
Often confused with the similar Syngonium erythrophyllum and Syngonium rayii, this species is identified by its distinct velvet texture and bold silver stripe — a refined, understated look that has made it a genuine favorite among Syngonium collectors.
| Difficulty | Easy to Intermediate |
| Light | Bright, indirect light |
| Humidity | 50%+ preferred |
| Watering | Water when top 1–2 inches of soil are dry; never let it fully dry out |
| Temperature | 65–85°F (18–29°C) |
| Soil | Rich, well-draining mix with orchid bark and perlite |
| Fertilizer | Diluted balanced fertilizer monthly during active growth |
| Origin | Costa Rica and Central America |
Inventory Accuracy
If this item is at low stock, or you are ordering all or almost all of our current inventory, there may be an inventory discrepency. We will contact you about any issues as soon as possible.
Order Processing
Please allow 24 to
48 hrs to process your order. Expect an
email within 48 hrs to let you know your order is on your way.
Store Pickup
If you choose “Pickup
in Store” at checkout, an email will be sent when your order is ready for
pickup. Orders can be picked up during
store hours, see our home page for our current hours. The pick up address is 6637 Easton Rd,
Pipersville, PA 18947
Domestic Shipping Rates
Shipping charges, if
any, for your order will be calculated and displayed at checkout.
