{"product_id":"black-velvet-arrowhead-plant-syngonium-rayii-black-velvet","title":"Black Velvet Arrowhead Plant - Syngonium rayii 'Black Velvet'","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack Velvet Arrowhead Plant (\u003cem\u003eSyngonium rayii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Black Velvet') is a compact foliage plant, about 30cm tall and wide, with slender, pointed, arrow-shaped leaves in velvety deep green, each marked by a white stripe down the centre. The pattern deepens as the plant matures. It suits a shaded patio, an interior planting scheme or a hanging pot where its stems can trail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA dramatic leaf pattern.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep velvety green with a crisp white central stripe is a look few foliage plants match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour that develops.\u003c\/strong\u003e The leaf pattern strengthens as the plant matures, so it keeps getting better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade for shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e A humid, shady spot with indirect light suits it, indoors or out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrails when it wants to.\u003c\/strong\u003e Long stems cascade from a hanging pot as they grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to keep tidy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Removing old leaves is all the grooming it needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow it in a pot of quality potting mix in a bright room away from direct sun, where the dark leaves and white stripe show up well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded patios and covered balconies.\u003c\/strong\u003e It suits a humid, protected spot with indirect light and no hard frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical style underplanting.\u003c\/strong\u003e In frost free gardens, plant 30cm apart beneath taller tropical plants for a carpet of patterned leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHanging pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e The trailing stems look their best spilling over the edge of a hanging basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Black Velvet Arrowhead Plant in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Humid shade with indirect light. Direct sun scorches the leaves. Outdoors it is for tropical and subtropical gardens only, as it is frost tender. Elsewhere keep it indoors or on a covered patio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining soil or a good quality potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly for the first 12 weeks, then only when the soil seems dry. Feed with liquid fertiliser at half strength every few weeks while it establishes, then every second month. It likes humidity, so indoors a regular spritz on the foliage keeps it happy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove old leaves for a quick tidy-up. Wash your hands afterwards and keep pets and small children away from the plant, because the leaves are toxic if eaten. Bin the trimmings rather than tipping them in bushland, as arrowhead vines root readily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Black Velvet Arrowhead Plant as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. Expect a small plant with a few leaves on arrival. The markings strengthen and the trailing stems lengthen as it matures. Pot it into quality potting mix or plant it out in a shaded spot soon after it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eBrowse all indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/low-light-indoor-plants\"\u003eIndoor plants for low light\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-plant-tips-for-beginners\"\u003eIndoor plant tips for beginners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it an indoor plant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It does well indoors in bright, indirect light and also suits a shaded patio. Keep it away from direct sun and from cold draughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Syngoniums are toxic if eaten, so keep it out of reach of pets and small children, and wash your hands after handling it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaf edges going brown?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually dry air or too much sun. Move it to a spot with indirect light and mist the leaves regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67789642006847,"sku":"SYN-RAY-BLACKV-tube","price":18.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/black-velvet-arrowhead-plant-syngonium-rayii-black-velvet.jpg?v=1792192625","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/black-velvet-arrowhead-plant-syngonium-rayii-black-velvet","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}