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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Partial shade to full shade; tolerates dappled sunlight, avoid harsh midday direct sun
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; avoid allowing the root ball to dry out completely
Temperature
Prefers cool temperate conditions; avoid prolonged temperatures above 22°C, tolerates light frosts
Characteristics
- Leaf: Fern-like, pinnately compound, bright green, delicate texture
- Flower: Tiny, tubular pink blooms with curved spurs, clustered along stems
- Stem: Slender, twining stems that climb over low vegetation for support
Care Guide
Watering
Maintain consistent moisture, water when the top 1cm of soil feels dry
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed every 2 weeks. Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent leggy growth
Composted banana peel tea：Steep fully composted banana peels in water for 24 hours, dilute 1:20 for root drench; discard solids to avoid pest infestations and odorPruning
- Trim back leggy stems in early spring to encourage bushier growth
- Remove spent flower clusters to prolong the blooming period
- Cut back dying foliage in late summer after flowering completes to tidy growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: No documented toxicity to cats per ASPCA records
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental trailing ground cover for shaded woodland gardens or hanging containers
