Water
Water regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Once established, it exhibits good drought tolerance.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Also known as Supplejack
Berchemia scandens is a vigorous deciduous vine native to the southeastern United States, offering ornamental appeal with its twining habit and attractive foliage.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade. More sun generally leads to better flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Water regularly when young and during dry spells. Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures. Tolerant of a range of conditions but may suffer in extreme heat or cold.
Low
25% intensity
Generally does not require heavy feeding. A light application of balanced fertilizer in spring is usually enough.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None known
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Once established, it exhibits good drought tolerance.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Prune to shape and control size, typically in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Can be pruned to encourage denser growth or to maintain a desired form.
Light pruning can be done after flowering.
Propagated by seeds, which require stratification, or by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Cuttings should be treated with rooting hormone and placed in a moist, well-draining medium.
Germination from seed can be slow and erratic.
Young plants may benefit from repotting every 2-3 years, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Established plants in the ground rarely need repotting. Repot in spring before new growth starts.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Alabama Supplejack (Berchemia scandens)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rhamnaceae |
| Genus | Berchemia |
| Species | Berchemia scandens |
Similar in genus Berchemia
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