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Maidenhair Vine (Muehlenbeckia complexa)

Muehlenbeckia complexa is a vigorous, scrambling vine with wiry, dark stems and small, heart-shaped leaves, commonly known as Maidenhair Vine.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Adaptable to various soil types, including sandy or loamy.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Flowers best in sun.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce in winter.

Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Adaptable to various soil types, including sandy or loamy.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Vine

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot, Hanging

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

3-5 m

Spread

3-5 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

Semi-evergreen to evergreen in mild climates

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5 cm

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCaryophyllales
  • familyPolygonaceae
  • genusMuehlenbeckia
  • speciesMuehlenbeckia complexa × ephedroides
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Non-toxic to pets and humans.

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