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Syngonium podophyllum 'Confetti Tricolor'

Confetti Tricolor Arrowhead Vine

Typical UK price, rooted cutting

£7

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Sold, 90 days
5
Middle half
-
Last sold
14 Sep 2026
On record
10
Cutting/corm5 sold
7cmNone
12cmNone
MatureNone
  • Sale
  • Typical
  • Middle half
  • Estimate
for a cutting or corm

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About Syngonium podophyllum 'Confetti Tricolor'

Confetti Tricolor is one of the more compact Syngonium cultivars, its leaves mottled with pink spots alongside dark green accents on a lighter green base, a fine, scattered pattern that reads exactly like its namesake confetti. A tidy, manageable grower well suited to smaller pots.

Native range

Variegated mutation of Syngonium podophyllum.

Classification

Genus
Syngonium
Family
Araceae
Type
Variegated
Growth habit
Climbing/trailing vine

Morphology

Leaf shape
Arrow-shaped (sagittate)
Leaf length
8-14 cm
Leaf width
6-10 cm
Petiole colour
Pink-green
Venation
Subtle, pinnate
Texture
Semi-glossy
Variegation
Fine scattered pink spots alongside dark green accents on a lighter green base
Growth habit
Climbing/trailing

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Current listings on eBay UK

By month

MonthMedianSold
Sep 2026£71
Aug 2026£73
Jul 2026£71
Jun 2026£111
May 2026£111

Before you buy

  • The plain green species is very inexpensive and widely available: treat unusually high prices for unnamed 'Syngonium' listings with caution
  • For named variegated cultivars, confirm the variegation pattern matches the named form, as labelling can be inconsistent
  • Check stems for firm, undamaged nodes: this is where new growth and roots emerge
  • Mild skin irritant sap: reasonable caution advised when handling cuttings, especially around pets and children

Syngonium podophyllum 'Confetti Tricolor' care

Substrate
Standard well-draining houseplant mix: 60% potting compost, 25% perlite, 15% orchid bark.
Watering
Allow the top few centimetres of substrate to dry between waterings. Tolerant of some inconsistency, though variegated forms prefer more even moisture.
Humidity
Tolerates average household humidity well; higher humidity encourages larger, glossier leaves but is not essential.
Feeding
Balanced liquid fertiliser at half strength every 4 weeks during the growing season.
Repotting
Every 12-18 months, or when the plant becomes noticeably root-bound.

Common problems

  • Leggy, sparse growth

    Cause: Insufficient light

    Fix: Move to a brighter spot with indirect light; pinch growing tips to encourage bushier habit

  • Reversion to green on variegated forms

    Cause: Low light causing the plant to favour chlorophyll-rich tissue

    Fix: Increase light levels and prune reverted all-green stems to redirect energy to variegated growth

  • Spider mites

    Cause: Dry indoor air, especially in winter

    Fix: Increase humidity and wipe leaves down or treat with insecticidal soap at first sign of stippling

Gear for this plant

How to propagate Syngonium podophyllum 'Confetti Tricolor'

Methods
Stem cutting, Node cutting
Difficulty
Easy. Forgiving of missed waterings, average home humidity, and imperfect light. A solid pick for beginners or low-fuss collections.
Time to establish
3-6 weeks
True from cuttings
Yes. Cuttings keep the cultivar's character.
Notes
Roots readily from stem or node cuttings in water or moist substrate, often within a few weeks. One of the easiest aroids to propagate, a good starting point for beginners.

In the wild