Plush Vine. An unusual trailing houseplant with green leaves attractively flushed purple with distinct purple veins. Max Height 25cm. Max Spread 1m. Flowers August. Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Mikania ternata
An unusual trailing houseplant with green leaves attractively flushed purple with distinct purple veins
Additional information
| Generic | Mikania |
|---|---|
| Species | ternata |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Plush Vine |
| Flower Colour | cream |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 25cm |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Trailing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, purple |
| Flowers From | August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Water sparingly in winter, Water with tepid water, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
| Border | Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Only prune if required to keep shape |
| Pruning Time | Early spring |
| Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Whiteflies |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Surround Pot with moist peat to maintain high humidity |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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