Gymnanthemum capense, a scrambling shrub or climber, features aromatic foliage and clusters of fragrant, pale yellow flowers, used traditionally for medicinal purposes.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
50% intensity
Prefers sunny locations but tolerates some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. In hotter climates, more frequent watering may be necessary. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering during cooler, dormant periods.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to maintain shape and size. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Light pruning can be done after flowering to encourage bushier growth and manage the plant's form.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Insert cuttings into a well-draining potting mix. Rooting hormone can improve success rates.
Keep cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location out of direct sun until established.
Repot young plants annually in spring as they outgrow their containers. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining potting mix and a slightly larger pot.
Ensure adequate drainage holes to prevent water accumulation.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Climbing Hawthorn Bittertea (Gymnanthemum capense) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Gymnanthemum |
| Species | Gymnanthemum capense |
Similar in genus Gymnanthemum
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