Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Also known as Sadabahar
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to pets. See toxicity details.
Vinca erecta is a perennial evergreen subshrub native to the Caucasus, known for its upright growth and blue-violet flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Afternoon shade is beneficial in hot climates.
70% intensity
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
60% intensity
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers fertile loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
50% intensity
Ideal growing range is 15-25°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures.
70% intensity
Outdoor, Indoor
50% intensity
Feed in spring with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilizing.
40% intensity
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Prune in early spring to shape the plant and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead or damaged stems at any time.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Can also be grown from seed, though cuttings are more reliable.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Vinca Erecta (Vinca erecta)
Where Vinca Erecta (Vinca erecta) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Vinca |
| Species | Vinca erecta |
Similar in genus Vinca
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