Photosynthesis is optional. Looking good is not.
Syngonium ‘Moonshine White’ is a highly variegated form of Syngonium podophyllum, selected for its extreme hypopigmentation and luminous white-to-mint foliage. Unlike speckled or marbled Syngoniums, Moonshine White often produces leaves that are nearly solid white, with only faint green veining or soft margin tone.
This is a bold aesthetic plant—and a biologically interesting one.
The pale coloration is the result of a chimeric mutation, where different cell layers in the meristem express different pigment profiles. Because much of the leaf tissue contains little chlorophyll, Moonshine White photosynthesizes less efficiently than green forms and performs best under bright, indirect light, stable warmth, and consistent humidity.
Juvenile leaves emerge narrow and arrow-shaped, with compact spacing and a clean, upright presentation. Over time, plants may begin to vine, though many growers keep Moonshine White trimmed to maintain its dense, ultra-pale look.
Available Formats
Exact Plant — 4" Pot
• The exact plant shown in photos
• Multiple high-white leaves with subtle green undertones
• Fully rooted, stable, and actively growing
• Compact, balanced structure
You will receive this exact plant.
Grower’s Choice — 4" Pot
• A rooted plant from the same Moonshine White stock
• Selected for strong white expression and overall health
• Established and actively growing
Variegation intensity and tone will vary naturally from plant to plant due to chimeric expression.
Growth Habit & Care Overview
Growth Habit
Compact juvenile vine. Can trail or climb with maturity, though often kept trimmed for form.
Light
Bright, indirect light is essential to maintain pale foliage.
Low light increases green expression; direct sun can scorch white tissue.
Watering
Water when the top 1–2 inches of substrate are dry. Avoid consistently wet conditions.
Substrate
Well-draining aroid mix with good airflow (peat or coco base with perlite, bark, charcoal).
Humidity
60–80% preferred. Pale tissue benefits from consistent ambient moisture.
Temperature
65–85°F. Keep warm and stable; avoid cold exposure.
Feeding
Monthly during active growth using a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer. Excess nitrogen encourages greening.
Syngonium ‘Moonshine White’ — FAQ
What is Syngonium ‘Moonshine White’?
Syngonium ‘Moonshine White’ is a highly variegated form of Syngonium podophyllum selected for its extreme hypopigmentation. It often produces leaves that are nearly solid white, with faint green veining or subtle margin tone.
Is Moonshine White the same as Syngonium Albo?
No.
While both are white-dominant Syngoniums, Moonshine White is a distinct selection known for much higher overall white coverage and softer, more uniform coloration rather than sharp green-and-white contrast.
Is the white coloration stable?
Moonshine White expresses chimeric variegation, which means color intensity can vary leaf to leaf. High-white expression can be maintained, but some fluctuation is normal and expected.
This is not a defect.
Why do some leaves turn greener over time?
White tissue contains little chlorophyll. As leaves age, some may develop more green pigment to support photosynthesis—especially in lower light or cooler conditions.
New growth is where the strongest white expression typically appears.
How do I keep Moonshine White looking pale?
To support high-white foliage:
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Provide bright, indirect light
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Keep temperatures warm and stable
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Maintain moderate to high humidity
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Avoid excess nitrogen
Even with ideal care, some variation is normal due to the plant’s genetics.
Is Moonshine White slow-growing?
Yes—compared to green Syngoniums, Moonshine White is slower growing because its pale leaves photosynthesize less efficiently. Consistent care is more important than speed.
Does Moonshine White vine or climb?
Juvenile plants are compact and upright. With maturity, Moonshine White can vine or trail, though many growers keep it trimmed to maintain a dense, bushy appearance.
Are high-white leaves more delicate?
Yes. Pale tissue is thinner and more sensitive to stress. Minor cosmetic damage, especially during shipping or environmental changes, is normal and not a sign of poor health.
Are Grower’s Choice plants guaranteed to be white?
Yes. Grower’s Choice plants are selected for visible high-white expression at the time of shipping, though exact tone and balance will vary naturally.
Are these plants cuttings?
No. All Moonshine White plants ship fully rooted in soil. Exact Plants are the photographed specimens; Grower’s Choice plants are rooted plants from the same stock.
Is Moonshine White safe for pets?
No. Like other Syngoniums, it is toxic if ingested. Keep out of reach of pets and children.
Our Live Delivery Guarantee
We stand behind every leaf and every mite. If your plant or predatory insects don’t arrive alive on the first delivery attempt, we’ll make it right.
Here’s what you need to know:
- Email us at info@fgmnnursery.com within 24 hours of delivery
- Include clear photos of the item and the shipping label
- Someone must be available to receive the package—plants and bugs don’t do well sitting in the sun, a mailbox, or the back of a delivery truck
For plants, we offer store credit if something goes wrong.
For predatory mites and beneficial insects, you’ll have the choice of a replacement shipment or store credit.
If you contact us after the 24-hour window, we may still be able to help—just know it’s handled case by case.
We pack with care, insulate when needed, and check the weather before shipping. But once it’s in transit, the fastest way to protect your order is to open it right away.