Syngonium Pixie in jar - Terrarium plant - Aquaflora

Syngonium Pixie (Syngonium Podophyllum 'Pixie') It belongs to the family of Araceae and it is a dwarf selection of the classic Syngonium, originally of the Central and southern rainforests of central and southern America, in particular Costa Rica and neighboring areas. In nature it grows as a climbing or creeping plant in the wet undergrowth, taking advantage of the high environmental humidity.

Appearance and color

This variety stands out for:

• leaves small and compact, compared to traditional syngonium

• Sagitta shape (arrow) in the youth stage

• coloring Light green with white-cream variegat

• Ordered and decorative bearing

With maturity, the leaves can change their shape slightly, while maintaining contained dimensions.

Use in terrarium, paludarium and aquarium

The Syngonium Pixie It is not a submerged aquatic plant, but lends itself perfectly to:

• Wet tropical terrariums

• paludari, in the emerged or semi-emerged area

• Open aquariums, with a wet radical apparatus and leaves out of the water

In these environments it grows in a stable and decorative way, without suffering.

Ideal positioning

• In terrarium, on wet substrate or on vertical elements

• In paludario, on the edge of the aquatic area

• In Open aquarium, as an emerging decorative plant

It can be left to be released or led to:

• roots

• rocks

• Small guards or vertical backgrounds

The Aerial roots They help the plant anchor and absorb moisture.

Lighting

• Prefers Medium-intense diffuse light

• Tolerate well too Bright environments

• Always avoid the Direct sunlight, which can burn leaves

• The variegatures are more obvious with good lighting

Temperature and humidity

• Ideal temperature: 18 - 25 ° C

• Minimum tolerated: 13 - 15 ° C

• Love High environmental humidity, especially in terrarium

Periodic spraying is recommended in dry environments.

Substrate and irrigation

• Lightweight substrate, draining and rich in organic substance

• Terry for tropical plants or mixture for aroida

• Keep the substrate slightly wet, avoiding stagnation

The roots must never stay in stagnant water.

Co₂ and fertilization

• Co₂ not necessary

• Light fertilization:

  • Liquid fertilizer for green plants

  • every 4-6 weeks in a vegetative period

An excess fertilizer can reduce variegation.

Growth and maintenance

Growth is moderate and controllable:

• does not need frequent pruning

• any pruning favor branching

• Ideal plant also for beginners

Propagation

The multiplication is simple and fast:

• Stem with knot

• Rotation in water or wet substrate

• Quick and wet fastenery

The Syngonium Pixie It is an extremely versatile and decorative plant, perfect for:

• Tropical terrariums

• paludari

• Bright or semi-shaded interior environments

Thanks to the compact dimensions, the ease of management and the beauty of the variegated leaves, it represents an excellent choice for both novice and tropical fans.