Syngonium Black Velvet (Syngonium wendlandii). A rare variation ,Black Velvet might be the most unique of the Syngonium lot. It's a striking, plant native to Central American rainforests, prized for its velvety, deep burgundy-black arrowhead foliage and crisp white midrib veins.  This plant requires bright, indirect light, consistently moist well-draining soil, and temperatures between 65°F to 80°F.