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Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Also known as Blood Trumpetvine · Blood-Red Trumpet Creeper · Blood-Red Trumpet Vine
Mexican blood flower (Amphilophium buccinatorium) is a vigorous vine with trumpet-shaped, bright orange-red flowers. It thrives in warm climates and can add vibrant color
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-25°C. Can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures in winter.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season to promote blooms.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead or damaged stems anytime. Heavy pruning in late winter or early spring can stimulate new growth and flowering.
Propagate from seeds sown in spring or from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Seeds may require stratification. Cuttings should be rooted in a well-draining medium in a warm, humid environment.
Repot young plants annually in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Mexican Blood Flower (Amphilophium buccinatorium)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Bignoniaceae |
| Genus | Amphilophium |
| Species | Amphilophium buccinatorium |
Similar in genus Amphilophium
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
