ARROWHEAD VINE
Nephthytis
Family Araceae
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Light: Indirect, bright light is best for this plant. Too much light leads to leaf scorch, but not enough causes the coloring to become less intense, fading over time.
Temperature: 60-80 F
Humidity: medium to high; avoid drafty areas
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Water: Water when the top 2-4” of potting mix has dried. Arrowhead vine will wilt dramatically when too dry. If allowed to stay dry for prolonged periods, growth will be stunted.
Repotting: Repot every 1-2 years into a slightly larger container (1-2” increased diameter or depth). Use a well-drained potting mix such as bark-based or coir-based. If in a pinch general purpose potting mix is fine.
Fertilizing: Either…
Water Application: Incorporate fertilizer into your watering cycle once per month March through September. Dilute an all purpose fertilizer (20-20-20) by half OR use your favorite fertilizer rated for houseplant use in your water.
Slow Release: Incorporate slow release fertilizer pellets into the top inch of potting soil every 6 months. Apply the rate indicated for indoor plants on the label. If no recommendation for houseplants is present, apply 1/4 to 1/2 the listed rate.
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The Araceae family includes many foliage favorites including: philodendron, monstera, anthurium & pothos.
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(Listed in order of commonality…)
Root decay caused by overwatering
Fungus gnats
Two-spotted spider mites
Thrips
Stunted growth or leaf loss due to drought stress
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Is arrowhead vine pet safe?
It is slightly toxic to animals due to a higher concentration of calcium oxalate crystals (called raphides). Read more about it here.
COC can vary in abundance in different aroid plants and can cause varying reactions when consumed by humans or animals, ranging from a slight mouth irritation to swelling of the lips and throat. Use caution when housing aroids in a home with pets. KNOW YOUR ANIMAL’S TENDENCIES!
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