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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Vine
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial or Dappled Shade
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Soil pH Preferences: Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0)
Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Leaves: Evergreen
Variegated
Other: Variegation is absent on adult form leaves
Fruiting Time: Year Round
Flower Time: Year Round
Suitable Locations: Houseplant
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 in 3 gallon or larger
Suitable for hanging baskets
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Miscellaneous: Epiphytic
Child plants: 4 child plants

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Common names
  • Nephthytis
  • Arrowhead Vine
  • African Evergreen
  • American Evergreen
  • Goosefoot Vine
Also sold as:
  • Snow White
  • Snow White Butterfly

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Location: Coastal San Diego County 
Date: 2019-04-24
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Date: 2022-12-05

Date: 2015-12-29

Date: 2015-12-29
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Date: 2022-08-21
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4" pot
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