Rhaphidophora hayi vs Arrowhead Vine
Side-by-side comparison
Choosing between Rhaphidophora hayi and Syngonium podophyllum depends on your specific needs and priorities.
When it comes to difficulty, Rhaphidophora hayi offers Moderate compared to Syngonium podophyllum's Easy. When it comes to toxic to pets, Rhaphidophora hayi offers false compared to Syngonium podophyllum's true.
Below is a detailed side-by-side breakdown to help you make an informed decision between these two plants.
| Rhaphidophora hayi | Attribute | Syngonium podophyllum |
|---|---|---|
| Bright indirect | Light | Bright indirect |
| Moderate | Water | Moderate |
| Moderate | Difficulty | Easy |
| ✗ | Toxic to Pets | ✓ |
| Araceae | Family | Araceae |
Rhaphidophora hayi
Rhaphidophora hayi is a species of flowering plant in the arum family Araceae, native to Queensland and New Guinea. It is an appressed or shingling semi-epiphytic vining plant that grows in wet...
Syngonium podophyllum
Syngonium podophyllum is a species of aroid that is a popular houseplant. Common names include: arrowhead plant, arrowhead vine, arrowhead philodendron, goosefoot, nephthytis, African evergreen, and...
Comparison Summary
- Light
- Bright indirect vs Bright indirect
- Water
- Moderate vs Moderate
- Difficulty
- Moderate vs Easy
- Toxic To Pets
- No vs Yes
- Family
- Araceae vs Araceae
- Max Height
- Varies vs 3-6 ft (trailing)
- Native Region
- Queensland and New Guinea vs a wide region of Latin America from Mexico through Bolivia
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is easier to care for, Rhaphidophora hayi or Arrowhead Vine?
For ease of care, Arrowhead Vine. Rhaphidophora hayi is moderate difficulty while Arrowhead Vine is easy difficulty.
Do Rhaphidophora hayi and Arrowhead Vine need the same light?
Rhaphidophora hayi prefers bright indirect while Arrowhead Vine prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.
Are Rhaphidophora hayi and Arrowhead Vine safe for pets?
Rhaphidophora hayi is pet-safe and Arrowhead Vine is toxic to pets.
Can I grow Rhaphidophora hayi and Arrowhead Vine together?
Yes, they have similar care needs and can be grown side by side.