Syngonium Neon - Neon Robusta

🌿 The Syngonium 'Neon Robusta', commonly known as Neon Arrowhead Vine, belongs to the Araceae family and hails from tropical rainforests of Central and South America. This variety showcases stunning bright pink to coral foliage that brings a cheerful pop of colour into any indoor space. Originally a climbing plant in nature, it adapts beautifully to indoor conditions, making it suitable for intermediate plant lovers who want something eye-catching without extreme fussiness. Fun fact: young Syngonium leaves are shaped like arrows, but as the plant matures, the leaves develop distinct lobes, giving it a completely different look over time.
FOLIAGE AND GROWTH HABIT
This compact grower has an upright to slightly trailing habit, perfect for tabletops or small hanging arrangements. The arrow-shaped leaves emerge in vibrant neon pink tones that gradually deepen as they mature, creating a gradient effect across the plant. The leaves have a smooth, almost waxy texture with a glossy finish that catches light beautifully. Each leaf displays prominent veining that adds subtle dimension to the already striking colour.
FLOWER DETAILS
While Syngonium 'Neon Robusta' is primarily grown for its foliage, mature plants may occasionally produce small, creamy white spathe flowers typical of the Araceae family. These blooms are inconspicuous and lack fragrance, appearing sporadically during the growing season. The flowers are modest compared to the showy leaves, so most growers don't focus on encouraging blooming. If flowers do appear, they simply add a subtle bonus to an already colourful plant. Flowering happens naturally when the plant reaches maturity and receives consistent care, though it's not the main attraction.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS

🌞 Light: Bright indirect light for 6-8 hours daily. Too much direct sun will scorch the delicate pink leaves, while too little light causes the colour to fade to pale green.
💧 Water: Keep soil lightly moist during spring and summer, watering when the top 2-3 cm feels dry. Reduce watering in fall and winter, letting soil dry out more between waterings. Bottom watering or watering around the base works best to avoid water sitting on leaves.
🌡️ Humidity: Prefers 50-70% humidity but tolerates average home conditions. Occasional misting or a nearby humidifier helps maintain vibrant leaf colour.
🪴 Soil: Well-draining, airy mix with peat, perlite, and orchid bark. Needs good drainage to prevent root rot.
🏺 Potting: Use a pot with drainage holes, 12-15 cm diameter for young plants. Terra cotta or plastic both work well. Repot every 18-24 months in spring when roots fill the pot.
🌱 Growth rate: Moderate growth, adding several new leaves over 6 months under good conditions. After one year, expect noticeable fullness. Mature size reaches 30-45 cm tall indoors when kept compact, though it can grow larger if allowed to climb.
👩‍🌾 Fertilizing: Feed monthly during spring and summer with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer. Skip fertilizing in fall and winter when growth slows.
🐾 Pet friendly: No. Contains calcium oxalate crystals that are toxic to cats and dogs if ingested, causing mouth irritation, drooling, and digestive upset. Keep out of reach of curious pets.

WHERE TO PUT IT
The Neon Robusta thrives on bright windowsills, plant shelves, or desks where it receives filtered light throughout the day. It works beautifully in living rooms, home offices, or bedrooms where its cheerful colour adds personality without overwhelming the space. Bathrooms with windows also suit this plant well due to naturally higher humidity. Avoid placing it in dark corners, near heating vents, or in rooms with cold drafts from windows during Canadian winters, as temperature fluctuations stress the plant and dull the foliage colour.
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