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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full morning sun with partial afternoon shade in hot climates; supports abundant blooming and healthy vine growth
Watering
Water thoroughly when the top 2 cm of soil feels dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperate to subtropical temperatures; tolerates light frost but may die back in prolonged cold
Characteristics
- Leaf: Three-lobed with heart-shaped base, 3–8 cm long, covered in fine hairs
- Flower: Trumpet-shaped pale pink to lavender blooms, 3–5 cm wide, opening at dawn
- Stem: Slender, hairy twining vine that anchors to nearby supports for vertical growth
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged to support active growth
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks. Discontinue fertilization in late autumn to prepare the plant for dormancy
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush fully dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle 1 teaspoon per pot monthly to boost soil calcium levels and prevent blossom end rotPruning
- Trim overgrown vines to control spread and encourage bushier, more compact growth
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to promote continuous flowering throughout the growing season
- Cut back frost-damaged stems to ground level in early spring to stimulate new growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Toxic; contains hallucinogenic alkaloids that may cause vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, or disorientation
Humans: Contains ergoline alkaloids; large ingestion may cause mild nausea, dizziness, or hallucinations
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental trellis vine, ground cover for sunny garden beds; some traditional medicinal uses in regional folk practices
