Striking and artistic, Syngonium ‘Batik’ brings a splash of tropical elegance to your home. Its arrow-shaped leaves feature a marbled pattern of green, cream, and pale pink, giving the plant a unique “hand-painted” appearance. With a trailing or climbing habit, it’s perfect for shelves, hanging baskets, or moss poles, adding depth, texture, and color to any indoor space.
What It Looks Like
Arrow-shaped leaves with marbled green, cream, and pale pink patterns
Glossy, slightly waxy texture
Trailing or climbing growth habit
Medium-sized foliage with striking contrast
Each leaf uniquely patterned, creating a living piece of art
Its vibrant Batik patterns make it a statement plant in any collection.
Care Guide
Syngonium ‘Batik’ is adaptable and forgiving, ideal for both beginners and experienced plant owners.
Light
Bright, indirect light highlights the variegation
Can tolerate medium light, though colors may fade
Avoid harsh direct sunlight
Water
Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry
Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
Reduce watering in winter
Soil
Well-draining mix (potting soil + perlite + orchid bark)
Roots need airflow to stay healthy
Humidity & Temperature
Prefers moderate to high humidity
Thrives in warm, stable indoor temperatures
Protect from cold drafts
Pet Safe & Reptile Safe
Not pet-safe
Syngonium contains calcium oxalate crystals
Toxic to cats, dogs, and small animals if ingested
Can cause mouth irritation, drooling, or digestive upset
Reptile safety:
Not recommended for terrariums or enclosures
Quick Care Tips
Bright indirect light keeps leaf patterns vibrant
Let soil partially dry between waterings
Prune occasionally to encourage bushy growth
Provide support for climbing if desired
Rotate regularly for even growth
Troubleshooting
Yellowing leaves
→ Overwatering or poor drainage
→ Allow soil to dry and improve airflow
Brown tips
→ Low humidity or inconsistent watering
→ Increase humidity and water evenly
Leggy growth
→ Too little light
→ Move to brighter indirect light
Faded variegation
→ Insufficient light
→ Increase bright indirect light gradually
