Arrowhead Plant (Syngonium sp.)

The arrowhead plant gets its name from its arrow-shaped leaves. It’s one of the most forgiving plants you can add to a paludarium, terrarium, or the edge of an open-top aquarium. It grows lush and full, and it will climb or trail over driftwood, rock, and background walls as it matures.

Each plant comes in a [2"/3"] pot.

Why hobbyists love arrowhead plants

Roots in water, leaves in air: Arrowhead grows well with its roots in aquarium water. Tuck it into a hang-on-back filter or the back corner of an open-top tank and let the roots trail into the water.
Natural nitrate control: The roots take up nitrates and excess nutrients, much like pothos.
Low-light tolerant: It does well under standard aquarium lighting or indirect room light.
Climbs and trails: It can cover backgrounds, driftwood, and hardscape in paludariums and vivariums.

Please note: Arrowhead is not a true aquatic plant. Keep the leaves above the waterline. Roots can grow in water, but if the whole plant is kept fully submerged, it will slowly decline and rot.

Care at a glance

Light: Low to moderate, indirect
Temperature: 65-85°F
Humidity: Moderate to high
Growth rate: Moderate
Placement: Paludarium, terrarium, riparium planter, HOB filter, open-top aquarium edge
Ships as: Potted, [2"-3"] pot, [approx. height]

Planting tips: In a paludarium, plant it in the land area or at the water’s edge. For aquarium use, remove it from the pot, gently rinse the soil from the roots, and set it so the roots hang in the water and the crown and leaves stay dry. Trim long vines anytime to keep it compact. The cuttings root easily in water.

Note: Arrowhead plant is safe for fish but toxic to cats and dogs if eaten. Keep leaves out of pets’ reach.