Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wendlandii
ID:
318779

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 8: 178 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318111

Common Names

  • Syngonium wendlandii
  • Arrowhead Vine
  • Wendland's Arrowhead

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Description

Syngonium wendlandii (also called Arrowhead Vine, Nephthytis, Five Fingers, and Goosefoot Plant, among many other common names) is a species of aroid, native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is a climbing plant, with leaves that are usually arrow-shaped, and can grow up to 3 m in height. It is found in tropical rainforests, in areas with high humidity and temperatures between 15-30°C.

Uses & Benefits

Syngonium wendlandii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an indoor plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Syngonium wendlandii is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syngonium wendlandii is a tropical plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist soil. Propagation can be done by stem cuttings or division of the root ball. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting in a warm, humid environment until it has rooted.

Where to Find Syngonium wendlandii

Syngonium wendlandii is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Syngonium wendlandii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syngonium wendlandii?

Syngonium wendlandii

What is the common name of Syngonium wendlandii?

Wendland's Syngonium

What is the natural habitat of Syngonium wendlandii?

It is native to Central and South America.

Species in the Syngonium genus

Syngonium angustatum, Syngonium armigerum, Syngonium auritum, Syngonium castroi, Syngonium chiapense, Syngonium chocoanum, Syngonium crassifolium, Syngonium dodsonianum, Syngonium erythrophyllum, Syngonium foreroanum, Syngonium gentryanum, Syngonium hastiferum, Syngonium hastifolium, Syngonium hoffmannii, Syngonium laterinervium, Syngonium llanoense, Syngonium macrophyllum, Syngonium mauroanum, Syngonium meridense, Syngonium neglectum, Syngonium oduberi, Syngonium podophyllum, Syngonium rayi, Syngonium sagittatum, Syngonium salvadorense, Syngonium schottianum, Syngonium sparreorum, Syngonium standleyanum, Syngonium steyermarkii, Syngonium triphyllum, Syngonium wendlandii, Syngonium yurimaguense, Syngonium angustifolium, Syngonium bastimentoense, Syngonium adsettiorum, Syngonium tacotalpense, Syngonium purpureospathum, Syngonium litense, Syngonium brewsterense, Syngonium churchillii,

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

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