Syngonium podophyllum Neon (Goosefoot) - H25 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Syngonium Neon climb? Yes — like all Syngoniums, it can develop a climbing habit if you provide a stake or moss support. Without support, it keeps a compact bushy form. Pinch the stems regularly to maintain a dense shape if you don’t want it to climb.
Why is my Syngonium Neon losing its pink color? The pink color almost always fades due to lack of light — move the plant to a brighter spot with bright indirect light. Leaves that have already turned green won’t go back to pink, but new shoots will regain their characteristic color in a better location.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Bright neon pink foliage • 🎨 Unique vibrant color • ☀️ Partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H25 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
The Syngonium podophyllum 'Neon', also called Goosefoot, is a spectacular indoor plant native to the humid tropical forests of Central and South America. Its bright neon pink foliage is its signature — young leaves emerge in a bright intense pink then gradually evolve to a soft green with pink nuances, creating a unique living and dynamic gradient in the world of indoor plants.
Easy to care for, fast growing, perfect for small spaces. Discover in our tropical selection and in our easy-care plant collection.
Which Syngonium variety to choose?
The Syngonium genus offers a palette of spectacular colors and patterns — here are the varieties available in our catalog:
- Syngonium 'Neon' (this plant) — bright neon pink, compact H25 cm. The most colorful and vibrant variety.
- Syngonium 'Maria' — coppery pink with elegant metallic shades, H25 cm. The sophisticated pink.
- Syngonium 'Pixie' — green foliage variegated with cream, dense and compact bushy habit. The classic miniature version.
- Syngonium 'White Butterfly' — cream-white foliage variegated with green, H35 cm. The elegant and bright classic.
- Syngonium 'Red Heart' — red-pink heart on green foliage, H30 cm. The graphic bicolor.
- Syngonium 'Golden' — bright golden-yellow foliage, climbing. The warm golden version.
- Marbled Syngonium — marbled green foliage, very compact H15 cm. The miniature graphic version.
- Green Syngonium — classic green arrow-shaped foliage, vigorous climber. The traditional version.
Why choose the Neon? It is the most colorful and spectacular variety — a neon pink that instantly brightens any space. If you want a softer and more refined pink, opt instead for the 'Maria'.
Exposure & placement
The Syngonium 'Neon' prefers partial shade with bright indirect light — this is the condition to maintain the intensity of its neon pink color. Too little light gradually fades the foliage.
- Exposure: Partial shade, bright indirect light — avoid direct sun that burns and fades the leaves.
- Ideal: bright shelf, desk, living room, or bedroom with good indirect light.
- Temperature: 18 to 25 °C, without sudden changes or drafts.
- Soil: light, rich, and well-draining — universal potting mix with perlite.
The brighter the light (without direct sun), the more intense and saturated the neon pink will be. In a spot that’s too dark, new leaves grow pale green without pink.
Watering & care
The Syngonium 'Neon' is low-maintenance — it tolerates underwatering better than overwatering. The finger test is enough: wait until the soil surface is dry before watering.
- Watering: moderate — let the soil surface dry out between waterings.
- Frequency: about once a week in spring and summer, reduced in winter.
- Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and well-draining soil.
- Humidity: prefers 50 to 70% humidity — mist occasionally or place near other plants.
- Fertilizer: every 2 to 4 weeks in spring and summer with a diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
- Size: pinch the stems to encourage a bushier, more compact shape.
The Syngonium 'Neon' is very easy to propagate — cut a 10 cm stem with at least one node and place it in water. Check out our propagation guide for all the details.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
Its neon pink creates a striking contrast with dark green foliage — an accent plant that immediately draws the eye in any arrangement.
- In combination: pair it with a purple Tradescantia zebrina or a Callisia repens 'Rosato' for a vibrant pink and purple arrangement — same color palette, same care needs.
- Ideal pot: a matte pink Groovy pot Ø13 cm — it enhances the pink palette without competing with it, and is perfectly sized for this compact format.
- Atmosphere: perfect on a bright shelf or desk for a spectacular colorful accent — its compact size (H25 cm) allows it to fit anywhere.
Verdeia tips
- Light controls the color — the neon pink intensifies with bright indirect light and fades in dark spots. If new leaves grow pale green without pink, it’s the first sign to move the plant to a brighter location.
- The leaves naturally change — young leaves are an intense pink, then shift to a soft green with pink hues as they age. This gradient is normal and part of the dynamic charm of Syngonium 'Neon' — each leaf is at a different stage of development.
- Pinch to thicken — without pruning, Syngonium stretches by exhausting its lower stems. Pinch just above a node every 4 to 6 weeks to get a dense and bushy plant rather than a single tall stem.
- Toxic to pets — like all Araceae, Syngonium contains calcium oxalates that irritate the mouth and throat if ingested. Keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Syngonium podophyllum 'Neon'
- Common name: Goosefoot, Arrow plant
- Family: Araceae
- Origin: humid tropical forests of Central and South America
- Pot diameter: 12 cm
- Approximate height: 25 cm
- Adult size: up to 40–60 cm indoors (can climb with support)
- Exposure: Partial shade, bright indirect light
- Watering: moderate, substrate dry on the surface between waterings
- Care: easy
- Toxicity to pets: toxic (calcium oxalates)
- Decor style: Modern / Colorful / Urban jungle
- Feature: bright neon pink foliage that changes over time, fast growth, easy to propagate, compact
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The intensity of the pink and the density of the foliage naturally vary depending on the light and season.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.