Also known as Chinese Fever Vine · Chinese Moon Creeper · Lesser Malayan Stinkwort
Stinkvine (Paederia foetida) is an invasive vine known for its unpleasant odor when bruised. It can aggressively colonize disturbed areas and natural habitats.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
75% intensity
In hotter climates, some afternoon shade is beneficial. Bright indirect light is also tolerated.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
50% intensity
Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained, fertile soil
50% intensity
Average room temperatures.
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost; bring indoors if temperatures drop below 10°C.
Feed during growing season.
25% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks from spring to early autumn.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
No toxicity data found for Paederia foetida.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Stinkvine prefers consistently moist soil but can tolerate brief periods of drought once established.
Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency in cooler months.
Prune to control its vigorous growth and maintain desired shape. Pruning can be done after flowering to remove spent blooms and overgrown stems.
Heavy pruning can be undertaken in late winter or early spring to encourage bushier growth and stimulate new flowering wood.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Select healthy, semi-hardwood cuttings, dip them in rooting hormone, and plant in a well-draining potting mix.
Keep cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until roots develop.
Repot young plants annually or as needed, typically in spring, to refresh the soil and provide more space. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years.
Use a well-draining potting mix and ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Where Stinkvine (Paederia foetida) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Genus | Paederia |
| Species | Paederia foetida |
Similar in genus Paederia
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