- Low Maintenance, Fast Growing, Variegated Foliage, Air Purifier
- Bright Indirect Light
- Mature Height 12- 24 inches
- Water Needs - Dry
Whether you know it as Moonshine or Moonlight, this Syngonium podophyllum is spectacular and a must-have for any plant collector. The pale green, heart-shaped leaves are large and truly stunning when placed next to other deeply colored tropical houseplants. Both new and experienced houseplant gardeners will appreciate its low maintenance and restrained growth habit. Expect the mature height of Syngonium Moonshine to reach up to 3 feet if allowed to climb a moss pole or other type of trellis.
Best Locations For Growing Moonshine Syngonium
Allow Moonshine to spill out of a pot placed on a shelf or bookcase, or maintain a more mounded shape to decorate a tabletop or desk. High-humidity locations, such as bathrooms or kitchens, support healthy growth; however, supplemental humidity can be provided with pebble trays or cool mist humidifiers in drier rooms. Keep Moonshine away from exterior doors that are opened and closed during the colder winter months. This tropical plant thrives in stable, warm temperatures between 60-80°F. While Syngonium is mildly toxic to dogs and children, cats may experience more serious reactions from ingesting the foliage or stems.
Moonshine Syngonium Sunlight Requirements
Provide a location in an east or west-facing window, or off to the side of a window with southern exposure. Indirect (but still bright) light will protect the delicate leaves from scorching while providing sufficient light levels for efficient photosynthesis.
Moonshine Syngonium Care
Plant your Moonshine Syngonium in an all-purpose potting mix designed for indoor plants. If the mix seems heavy, add perlite or pumice for improved drainage. Incorporating fine orchid bark can also enhance drainage and provide nutrition as it decomposes. Smaller plants are ideal for adding to a terrarium or grouped planting. The pale foliage color contrasts beautifully with darker tropical plants.
Propagation from stem cuttings is simple—just place a cutting in a glass of water. Once roots form, the cutting can be potted in its own small container.
Watering Moonshine Syngonium
Regular watering during the active growth period in spring and summer is essential. Keep the potting mix consistently moist, allowing only the top 1/2 to 1 inch to dry between waterings. Reduce watering frequency during fall and winter, when growth slows significantly. Typically, watering every 10-14 days is a good schedule for winter months.
Feeding Moonshine Syngonium
Use a water-soluble fertilizer with a balanced NPK ratio. Apply once a month from April to August at half the manufacturer's recommended strength.
Moonshine Syngonium Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light |
| Mature Height: 12- 24 inches |
| Mature Spread: 12 -18 inches |
| Habit: Climbing, Trailing |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Light Green |
| Watering: Dry |
| Features: Low Maintenance, Fast Growing, Variegated Foliage, Air Purifier |
| Common Name: Moonshine Syngonium |
| Other Name(s): Arrowhead Plant, Moonshine |
| Scientific Name: Syngonium podophyllum Moonshine |
- SKU:
- SYNGONIUM_MOONSHINE
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
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Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
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Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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