Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Reduce watering slightly in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Also known as Five-Leaf Gynostemma · Gynostemma · Jiao Gu Lan
Gynostemma pentaphyllum is a perennial vine known for its medicinal properties, often referred to as "Southern Ginseng" or "Miracle Grass". It thrives in warm, humid clim
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Thrives in bright, indirect light. Protect from intense direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Prefers evenly moist soil, avoid letting it dry out completely.
Well-drained, fertile soil
50% intensity
Average Room Temperature
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-25°C. Can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures but protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate Feeding
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season to support healthy growth.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Reduce watering slightly in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing stems.
Light pruning can be done anytime, while heavier pruning is best in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until roots form.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is 2-5 cm larger in diameter than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repotting is best done in spring.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Cucurbitales |
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Genus | Gynostemma |
| Species | Gynostemma pentaphyllum |
Similar in genus Gynostemma
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