Tropaeolum smithii is a vibrant trailing or climbing plant, native to the Andes, featuring striking scarlet-red to orange flowers and attractive foliage, ideal for hangin
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil moist during growth, reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Ideal range 15-24°C; can tolerate cooler temperatures.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season, none in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
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, especially during active growth. Reduce watering significantly in winter dormancy.
Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot, but do not let it become completely bone dry.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems as needed.
Pinching back the tips of young stems can promote a more compact plant structure and increase flowering potential.
Propagate from seed sown in spring, or from stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds may require stratification.
Cuttings should be rooted in a well-draining potting mix, kept moist and warm until established.
Repot young plants annually in spring as they outgrow their containers. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years.
Use a well-draining potting mix, and choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the previous one to avoid excess moisture retention.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Tropaeolaceae |
| Genus | Tropaeolum |
| Species | Tropaeolum smithii |
Similar in genus Tropaeolum
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