Velvet Syngonium ( Syngonium rayii )

Data Sheet

• Scientific Name: Syngonium rayii
• Common Name: Velvet Syngonium
• Growth Habit: Compact climbing aroid, velvety leaves with silver midrib
• Origin: Cultivated (native to Costa Rica & Panama)
• Temperature Range: 20–26°C
• Care Level: ★★☆☆☆ (2/5 – hardy, thrives in stable humidity)

Description

The Velvet Syngonium ( Syngonium rayii ) is a rare and highly sought-after terrarium plant, prized for its deep green, velvety foliage accented with a striking silver midrib. Compact in size compared to other Syngonium species, it is perfectly suited for terrariums, paludariums, or as part of a rare houseplant collection.

Native to Central America, this plant thrives in warm, humid environments with bright but indirect light. Its climbing habit makes it well-suited to enclosures with vertical structures such as cork bark, wood, or moss poles, though it remains compact enough for smaller terrariums.

Easy to care for yet visually striking, the Velvet Syngonium adds a luxurious tropical feel to any planted setup. Its combination of rarity, texture, and hardiness makes it a favourite among collectors and terrarium enthusiasts alike.

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