Give a look at the Syngonium Pink Splash Care and Growing Guide and discover the best practices to help your plant thrive.
Syngonium Pink Splash is a popular houseplant known for its beautiful pink and green foliage. In this guide, we will provide you with all the essential care tips and tricks you need to know to help your plant thrive!
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Syngonium Pink Splash Plant Information
Syngonium Pink Splash is a hardy evergreen plant that belongs to the Araceae family. It is believed to have originated from Bolivia, Brazil, Ecuador, Mexico, and the West Indies.
What makes the Pink Syngonium stand out are its arrow-shaped deep green leaves that have a pointed front end and a broader, lobed stem end. The distinct ‘paint-like’ markings on the foliage create a stunning contrast against the dark green leaves, which is why the name ‘pink splash’ was added to the plant’s name.
Propagating Syngonium Pink Splash
Syngonium Pink Splash is quite easy to propagate through stem cuttings.
- Take a cutting from a healthy stem of the plant, making sure to include at least two nodes (the small bump on the stem where leaves emerge).
- Place the cutting in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Water well, and keep the container in an area that receives indirect sunlight.
- In a few weeks, the cuttings will form roots and the plant will begin to grow.
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Requirements for Growing Syngonium Pink Splash
Location
For Syngonium Pink Splash to maintain variegation, it needs a medium to bright indirect light. Low light can cause reverting, making leaves lose their variegation and turn solid green.
The best is to keep it at an east-facing location where it can bask in some morning sun for 3-4 hours every day. It will be great for its colors and growth.
Soil
The best soil mix for Syngonium Pink Splash is a well-draining potting mix that contains equal parts peat moss, perlite, and vermiculite. To ensure good drainage, add some extra perlite or coarse sand to the mix.
The soil should also be slightly acidic, with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5.
Water
The best way to water a Syngonium Pink Splash plant is to moisten it deeply and infrequently. Allow the soil to dry out about two-thirds of the way down before watering again. It is important to avoid overwatering, as this can cause root rot.
Temperature and Humidity
The ideal temperature and humidity level for Syngonium plants is between 65°F and 80°F (18°C to 27°C) with a humidity level of 40% to 60%.
To elevate humidity levels, keep its pot on a pebble tray filled with water.
Syngonium Pink Splash Care
Fertilizer
Syngonium Pink Splash will appreciate a monthly dose of a balanced liquid fertilizer. Do not feed the plant too much as it can result in root burn. Also, avoid fertilizing the plant in colder months.
Pruning
Prune Syngonium Pink Splash by removing any dead, diseased, or damaged leaves, stems, and roots. Trim back any long stems that are growing out of control and any leaves that are too large.
Pruning will help to promote new growth and encourage healthy, bushy plants. When pruning, use clean, sharp shears or scissors and avoid tearing the plant’s leaves.
Pests and Diseases
These plants are usually hardy to pests, but overwatering can attract spider mites and mealybugs. To combat them, use a mixture of neem oil and water and alternate with a commercial fungicide every 10 days for prevention.
Root rot is a common issue that Pink Syngonium plants may face if the soil doesn’t drain properly. To prevent this and any potential fungal attacks, it’s best to change the soil mix and improve air circulation by poking some holes.
