Also known as East Asian Peppervine
Japanese peppervine (Ampelopsis japonica) is a deciduous climbing vine with attractive foliage and small, inconspicuous flowers. It's a vigorous grower suited for coverin
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate to High
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct sun, but may scorch in intense afternoon heat.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost and sudden temperature drops.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season (spring/summer).
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Japanese peppervine regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings, especially during the growing season.
Reduce watering frequency in fall and winter to prevent root rot.
Prune Japanese peppervine in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches to maintain shape and encourage vigorous growth.
Light pruning can be done throughout the growing season to manage size and remove any unruly stems.
Propagate Japanese peppervine from stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Select healthy, non-flowering shoots, cut them into 10-15 cm pieces, and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
Plant in moist potting mix and keep in a warm location.
Repot Japanese peppervine every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound, preferably in spring. Choose a pot that is one size larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Gently loosen the root ball before replanting.
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Where Japanese Peppervine (Ampelopsis japonica) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Vitales |
| Family | Vitaceae |
| Genus | Ampelopsis |
| Species | Ampelopsis japonica |
Similar in genus Ampelopsis
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