General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Vine
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial or Dappled Shade
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Plant Height: 2 to 4 inches
Plant Spread: 2 to 4 inches
Leaves: Evergreen
Fruiting Time: Year Round
Flower Time: Year Round
Suitable Locations: Houseplant
Terrariums
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Toxicity: Other: All parts of plant contain calcium oxalate crystals, an irritant to the mouth and esophagus. Toxic to cats and dogs.
Propagation: Seeds: Other info: Remove seeds from berry which contains chemicals that inhibit germination.
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Containers: Suitable for hanging baskets
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Miscellaneous: Epiphytic

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Common names
  • Nephthytis
  • African Evergreen
Also sold as:
  • Mini Me

Photo Gallery
Photo by sedumzz
Photo by DavidofDeLand
Location: Sebastian, Florida
Date: 2015-01-08
Recently purchased plant. This is teeny and adorable! Perfect for
Location: DeLand Florida
Date: 2013-12-10
A true dwarf Syngonium. Delightful and perfect for miniature gard
Location: Fairfax, VA
Location: Fairfax, VA | August, 2022
Date: 2022-08-13
Location: Austin ,TX
Date: 2013-09-09
Miniature syngonium
Photo by plantladylin
Location: Fairfax, VA | September 2022
Date: 2022-09-03
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