Black syngonium

Description

Light

• Best in bright indirect light.
• Can tolerate medium light.
• Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch leaves.
• Better light usually gives stronger dark coloration and compact growth.

Watering

• Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feels dry.
• Keep soil lightly moist, never soggy.
• Reduce watering during cool or rainy periods.

Humidity

• Prefers moderate to high humidity.
• Kerala climate is favorable.
• Can adapt to normal indoor humidity.

Soil

Use a loose, airy, well-draining mix:

• cocopeat / peat
• perlite
• compost
• coco chips or bark

Temperature

• Ideal: 18°C to 32°C
• Protect from cold below 15°C.

Fertilizer

• Feed once a month with balanced liquid fertilizer during active growth.

Pot & Placement

• Great for tabletops, shelves, hanging pots, or moss poles for climbing growth.

Pruning

• Trim long vines to encourage bushier growth.

Propagation

• Easy from stem cuttings with nodes in water or soil.

Common Problems

• Yellow leaves = overwatering
• Leggy growth = needs more light
• Brown tips = dry air / irregular watering
• Pale leaves = insufficient nutrients or low light