Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the soil to dry out more between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Dolichandra quadrivalvis is a vigorous woody vine native to South America, known for its trumpet-shaped yellow flowers and fast growth, ideal for covering structures.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering, but tolerates some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost; bring indoors if temperatures drop below 10°C.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the soil to dry out more between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Prune to shape the plant, remove dead or damaged branches, and encourage bushier growth. Pruning can be done after flowering to maintain size and form. Heavy pruning can be done in early spring before new growth emerges.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Insert cuttings into a well-draining potting mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment until they root. Rooting hormone can improve success rates.
Repot young plants annually or when pot-bound, typically in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining potting mix and choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Dolichandra Quadrivalvis (Dolichandra quadrivalvis)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Bignoniaceae |
| Genus | Dolichandra |
| Species | Dolichandra quadrivalvis |
Similar in genus Dolichandra
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
