🌿 Silver Goosefoot (Syngonium podophyllum ‘Silver Pearl’ or ‘Silver Goosefoot’) Care Guide
The Silver Goosefoot Plant, a variety of Syngonium podophyllum, is a beautiful trailing or climbing houseplant with silvery-green arrow-shaped leaves. It’s easy to grow and adaptable, making it perfect for beginners!
✅ Light
- Prefers bright, indirect light for best variegation.
- Can tolerate low light, but growth may slow, and variegation may fade.
- Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
💧 Watering
- Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry.
- Keep soil slightly moist but never soggy.
- Reduce watering in winter when growth slows.
🌱 Soil
- Use a well-draining, airy potting mix (peat-based with perlite and orchid bark).
- Aroid mix works well for healthy root growth.
🌡️ Temperature & Humidity
- Thrives in 65–80°F (18–27°C).
- Avoid temperatures below 50°F (10°C).
- Prefers high humidity (50% or more)—mist occasionally or use a humidifier.
🌿 Fertilizing
- Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks in spring and summer.
- No need to fertilize in winter.
✂️ Pruning & Propagation
- Prune regularly to encourage bushy growth and remove yellowing leaves.
- Propagate easily through stem cuttings in water or soil.
🪴 Support & Growth
- Can be grown as a trailing plant in a hanging basket or trained to climb a moss pole.
🚨 Common Problems & Solutions
- Yellow leaves? → Overwatering; let soil dry out more between waterings.
- Leggy growth? → Needs more light or occasional pruning.
- Brown leaf tips? → Low humidity or inconsistent watering.
❗ Toxicity
- Toxic to pets if ingested (contains calcium oxalate).
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