Syngonium White Butterfly
Syngonium podophyllum
The plant, by the plant
Just as lovely as my namesake - minus the flying away. I'm the Syngonium White Butterfly: creamy-white arrowhead leaves feathered with green edges, glowing softly in any room like I've got my own lighting rig.
Medium, indirect light suits me beautifully; give me a thorough drink and then let my topsoil dry slightly. A touch of humidity and I'll reward you with faster, fuller, brighter growth - and if you let me climb, my mature leaves transform into dramatic lobed fans.
What you'll get (no surprises):
- Small - 110mm nursery pot, approx 10-20cm
- Medium - 140mm nursery pot, approx 20-35cm
- Large - 200mm nursery pot, a fuller, established plant
Pets: butterflies belong in gardens, not tummies - toxic if chewed.
My classic pairing is the Pierre Terrazzo Pot in Grey, with Indoor Plant Food keeping the glow going.
🌱 One tree planted with every order.
Delivery & packing
Packed by hand in plastic-free wrap and delivered Australia-wide from our Brisbane nursery - most metro orders land in 2-5 business days, tracked the whole way. Arrives sad? Photos within 48 hours and we'll replace it. One tree planted with every order.
Syngonium podophyllum
Syngonium White Butterfly
Native distribution
South America
Key attributes
The Syngonium White Butterfly is a beautiful indoor plant that flaunts an abundance of creamy-white leaves accented with soft green highlights. This evergreen variety can be styled to suit your space — let it elegantly trail from a shelf or train it upward on a totem for fuller, vertical growth. With its distinctive arrow-shaped leaves and lush, dense foliage, it’s the perfect way to bring fresh, tropical charm indoors.
- Bright, indirect, filtered sunlight.
- Water moderately, allow the top 3cm of soil to dry.
- Not so pet friendly.
Specification
Your new Syngonium White Butterfly comes in two charming sizes and can grow up to approximately 30cm tall indoors, adding a soft, elegant touch to any space.
Small: 10–20cm tall, planted in a 110mm black nursery pot.
Medium: 20–35cm tall, planted in a 140mm black nursery pot.
Please note: Decorative pots are sold separately — pair yours with our Grey Pierre Pot for the perfect match to its delicate, creamy-green foliage.
Care tips
Your Syngonium White Butterfly will thrive in bright, indirect light. Water it regularly, allowing the top layer of soil to dry out between waterings. Feed with fertiliser during the warmer months to encourage healthy, vibrant growth and those signature creamy-green leaves.
Feeding
To keep your Syngonium White Butterfly looking lush and full of life, a little feeding goes a long way. The Good Plant Co Indoor Plant Food provides all the nutrients it needs to grow those beautiful new leaves and stay strong. When it’s actively growing in the warmer months, your plant will need a bit more food and water. During the cooler winter months, growth slows down — so you can ease off on both.
It’s perfectly fine to be a bit of a plant parent — just respond to your Syngonium’s needs. Keep its delicate leaves clean and glossy with The Good Plant Co Leaf Shine. Moral of the story? If it’s sprouting new leaves, it’s time to feed and water!
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