Wendlandii is a slow-growing plant that is easy to grow and care for. It needs regular watering, a well-draining mixture, and balanced fertilizer for growth. Syngonium Wendlandii originated from the tropical region of Central and South America. It is one of the top two famous species of Syngonium; the other one is Syngonium Podophyllum.
It belongs to Araceae plant family and is also known as Silver Goosefoot plant because of the goose feet shaped juvenile leaves. This arrowhead plant falls in the category of vines and climbers. The main reason to choose this plant as your houseplant is that its an air purifier. Syngonium Wendlandii plant absorbs toxins from indoor space so you can even plant them in lift lobby areas or car park. It will also absorb odor from air, which makes it an excellent choice for places with little or no air-ventilation. It has a high rate of transpiration; that’s why it helps to increase the humidity within a room. The most interesting part is that this evergreen plant has variegated foliage in the shades of green, white, and silver. As a houseplant, you can grow it as a hanging plant letting the vines dangle from the pot or provide support to let it grow as a climber.
Basic plant care for Syngonium Wendlandii
Soil:
Grow the Syngonium Wendlandii in a free-draining peat mixture. The potting mixture should have excellent moisture retention properties.This plant has an aerial root system. So the container you are using should have good drainage options with at least one drainage hole. You can prepare your own substrate by taking 4 parts peat per 1 part of sand. If you don’t have access to good quality sand, you can replace it with polyurethane or perlite.
Water:
This plant has average watering needs but should be watered regularly. Water the plant thrice in a week in the evening.
Keep the soil moist in summer months, when watering saturate the soil until water starts draining from the bottom.
You have to allow the plant to dry out partially before next watering; the best approach is to let the top few inches of soil dry. The Syngonium Wendlandii plant will not tolerate wet soil at all. At the same time, under-watering will cause the lower leaves to dry out and turn brown. To rehydrate the plant soak the soil in water.
Remember that the amount of light provided and the current season will control the frequencies of watering per week. The plants located in a dark area requires less water compared to the one in a bright location.
This will make it difficult for the plant to breathe, and your plant will start dying. Do not let the foliage remain wet for a long time since this can lead to powdery mildew.
Light:
Lighting needs for this plant are simple, bright filtered light with no direct sun. If you are using artificial lights, it should be at the height of 20-40 cm above the plant.
It can be grown in any shaded area outdoors that does not get much direct light. One hour of direct sunlight is fine for the outdoor plant’s growth. Professional gardeners and plant nurseries say that the Syngonium Wendlandii can tolerate both low and bright light. But if you want your plant to grow faster and maintain its vibrant colored leaves, its best to keep in medium to bright light. In low light conditions, the leaves may lose their variegation. In subtropical regions, keep it in partial shade, and your plant will grow very well. Avoid prolonged sun exposure in summer and spring; it will scorch the leaves damaging the beautiful foliage.
Similarly, keeping your plant in the dark location will reduce the variegations and increase the chances of mold growth on the soil. So choose a location with partial shade for optimum growth.
Temperature:
In the day, the indoor temperature should be between 15 – 30 degrees Celsius ( 50 – 85 o F), night temperature should be 12-18 degrees Celsius (53 – 65 oF). This plant is not frost hardy at all, so don’t keep it in temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius (50 oF).
Humidity:
Proper plant care for this species includes maintaining humidity, especially in winter. In the growing season, 60-80% humidity level at day and night will benefit Syngoniumn Wendlandii.
If you notice any brown leaf tips with yellow halos, your plant definitely needs more humidity.
Fertilizer:
Use an organic NPK fertilizer for 2 to 3 months during the growing season. Dissolve 2-3 gm of fertilizer in 1-liter water and spray the mixture on the plant. Fertilize the plant with this mixture once a month.
Alternatively, you can feed the Syngonium Wendlandii every two weeks with a balanced house plant fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Repotting:
This Syngonium species will do well in small pots, but if the plant is outgrowing, repot in a bigger pot in the spring season. You can use any standard compost mix while repotting that is light and free draining.
One of the distinguishing factors about Wendlandii is its ability to creep and gradually take over the adjoining areas. So it best to repot it after 2 years. Use shallow pots, as the roots don’t go very deep for Syngonium Wendlandii.
Pruning:
Prune your Silver Goosefoot plant periodically if it gets shrubby. The fun part about this plant is that you can grow it as a compact, bushy plant, or admire its climbing nature and grow it tall on a moss stick. Pinch the stems to encourage new growth. Using sterilized garden tools, remove the yellowed or dying leaves and plant debris to promote better growth. This will reduce the chances of bacterial or fungal diseases.
While pruning, do not remove its aerial roots or runners that develop along the stem, as it may result in stressing the plant.
It belongs to Araceae plant family and is also known as Silver Goosefoot plant because of the goose feet shaped juvenile leaves. This arrowhead plant falls in the category of vines and climbers. The main reason to choose this plant as your houseplant is that its an air purifier. Syngonium Wendlandii plant absorbs toxins from indoor space so you can even plant them in lift lobby areas or car park. It will also absorb odor from air, which makes it an excellent choice for places with little or no air-ventilation. It has a high rate of transpiration; that’s why it helps to increase the humidity within a room. The most interesting part is that this evergreen plant has variegated foliage in the shades of green, white, and silver. As a houseplant, you can grow it as a hanging plant letting the vines dangle from the pot or provide support to let it grow as a climber.
Basic plant care for Syngonium Wendlandii
Soil:
Grow the Syngonium Wendlandii in a free-draining peat mixture. The potting mixture should have excellent moisture retention properties.This plant has an aerial root system. So the container you are using should have good drainage options with at least one drainage hole. You can prepare your own substrate by taking 4 parts peat per 1 part of sand. If you don’t have access to good quality sand, you can replace it with polyurethane or perlite.
Water:
This plant has average watering needs but should be watered regularly. Water the plant thrice in a week in the evening.
Keep the soil moist in summer months, when watering saturate the soil until water starts draining from the bottom.
You have to allow the plant to dry out partially before next watering; the best approach is to let the top few inches of soil dry. The Syngonium Wendlandii plant will not tolerate wet soil at all. At the same time, under-watering will cause the lower leaves to dry out and turn brown. To rehydrate the plant soak the soil in water.
Remember that the amount of light provided and the current season will control the frequencies of watering per week. The plants located in a dark area requires less water compared to the one in a bright location.
This will make it difficult for the plant to breathe, and your plant will start dying. Do not let the foliage remain wet for a long time since this can lead to powdery mildew.
Light:
Lighting needs for this plant are simple, bright filtered light with no direct sun. If you are using artificial lights, it should be at the height of 20-40 cm above the plant.
It can be grown in any shaded area outdoors that does not get much direct light. One hour of direct sunlight is fine for the outdoor plant’s growth. Professional gardeners and plant nurseries say that the Syngonium Wendlandii can tolerate both low and bright light. But if you want your plant to grow faster and maintain its vibrant colored leaves, its best to keep in medium to bright light. In low light conditions, the leaves may lose their variegation. In subtropical regions, keep it in partial shade, and your plant will grow very well. Avoid prolonged sun exposure in summer and spring; it will scorch the leaves damaging the beautiful foliage.
Similarly, keeping your plant in the dark location will reduce the variegations and increase the chances of mold growth on the soil. So choose a location with partial shade for optimum growth.
Temperature:
In the day, the indoor temperature should be between 15 – 30 degrees Celsius ( 50 – 85 o F), night temperature should be 12-18 degrees Celsius (53 – 65 oF). This plant is not frost hardy at all, so don’t keep it in temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius (50 oF).
Humidity:
Proper plant care for this species includes maintaining humidity, especially in winter. In the growing season, 60-80% humidity level at day and night will benefit Syngoniumn Wendlandii.
If you notice any brown leaf tips with yellow halos, your plant definitely needs more humidity.
Fertilizer:
Use an organic NPK fertilizer for 2 to 3 months during the growing season. Dissolve 2-3 gm of fertilizer in 1-liter water and spray the mixture on the plant. Fertilize the plant with this mixture once a month.
Alternatively, you can feed the Syngonium Wendlandii every two weeks with a balanced house plant fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Repotting:
This Syngonium species will do well in small pots, but if the plant is outgrowing, repot in a bigger pot in the spring season. You can use any standard compost mix while repotting that is light and free draining.
One of the distinguishing factors about Wendlandii is its ability to creep and gradually take over the adjoining areas. So it best to repot it after 2 years. Use shallow pots, as the roots don’t go very deep for Syngonium Wendlandii.
Pruning:
Prune your Silver Goosefoot plant periodically if it gets shrubby. The fun part about this plant is that you can grow it as a compact, bushy plant, or admire its climbing nature and grow it tall on a moss stick. Pinch the stems to encourage new growth. Using sterilized garden tools, remove the yellowed or dying leaves and plant debris to promote better growth. This will reduce the chances of bacterial or fungal diseases.
While pruning, do not remove its aerial roots or runners that develop along the stem, as it may result in stressing the plant.
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