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Pink Syngonium

Syngonium podophyllum

Also known as: Pink Arrowhead, Neon Robusta

⚠ïļ Toxic to petsAraceaeVery easy to propagate

A complete guide to growing and propagating Pink Syngonium: its care needs, how to take cuttings and root them, how long propagation takes, and how to fix the most common problems.

Pink Syngonium care at a glance

☀ïļ Light
Bright, indirect light keeps the pink color strong; low light greens it out and stretches it.
💧 Water
Water when the top inch dries; keep lightly moist in growth.
ðŸŠī Soil
Well-draining aroid mix with perlite.
ðŸ’Ļ Humidity
Appreciates 50-60% humidity.
ðŸū Toxicity
Toxic to cats and dogs (insoluble calcium oxalates).

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How to propagate Pink Syngonium

Water (stem cuttings)

Difficulty: Very easyTimeline: Roots in 2-4 weeks; pot up once roots reach 2-3 inches.
  1. Cut a 4-6 inch stem just below a node (the bump where a leaf or aerial root emerges).
  2. Strip the lowest leaf so at least one bare node sits below the waterline.
  3. Place in a jar of room-temperature water in bright, indirect light.
  4. Refresh the water every 3-5 days to keep it oxygenated.
  5. Move to potting mix once roots are 2-3 inches long.

Soil (stem cuttings)

Difficulty: EasyTimeline: Roots in 3-6 weeks; gentle resistance when tugged means roots formed.
  1. Take a 4-6 inch cutting just below a node.
  2. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone to speed rooting (optional).
  3. Insert the node into moist, well-draining potting mix.
  4. Cover loosely with a clear bag to hold humidity and keep warm.
  5. Keep the mix lightly moist until new growth appears.

Common Pink Syngonium problems & fixes

Yellow leaves

Usually overwatering. Let the soil dry more between waterings and confirm the pot drains well.

Brown, crispy leaf tips

Low humidity or salt buildup. Raise humidity and flush the soil with plain water occasionally.

Leggy growth / small new leaves

Too little light. Move to brighter indirect light and prune to encourage fuller growth.

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Toxicity notes are a general guide based on ASPCA-style classifications — if a pet ingests any houseplant, contact your vet. Care needs vary with your home's conditions.