Syngonium sparreorum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Croat
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 68: 639 (1981 publ. 1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318105
Common Names
- Sparre's Syngonium
- Sparre's Arrowhead
- Sparre's Goosefoot
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Syngonium sparreorum (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 sparreorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an indoor plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating respiratory issues and reducing inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Syngonium sparreorum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Syngonium sparreorum is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Syngonium sparreorum
Syngonium sparreorum is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Syngonium sparreorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Syngonium sparreorum?
Syngonium sparreorum
What is the common name of Syngonium sparreorum?
Sparre's Syngonium
What is the natural habitat of Syngonium sparreorum?
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,
References
Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:901089-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.