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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect light to partial sun preserves variegation; tolerates full shade but foliage may lose color intensity
Watering
Water thoroughly when the top 2 cm of soil feels dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to -10°C; prefers temperate to warm conditions; protect young plants from extreme frost
Characteristics
- Leaf: Variegated oval leaves with creamy yellow to orange-pink margins, intensifying to deeper orange in summer
- Flower: Small, star-shaped white blooms with a sweet, jasmine-like fragrance
- Stem: Slender, trailing or climbing stems that readily root at nodes to spread horizontally
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during active growth to support foliage and flower development
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 4 weeks. Cease fertilization in autumn and winter to allow the plant to enter dormancy
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried, rinsed eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on the soil surface and water in to release calcium gradually without causing odor or pest issuesPruning
- Trim overgrown trailing stems in early spring to maintain a compact, neat form
- Remove dead, discolored, or damaged foliage to improve airflow and appearance
- Pinch back stem tips during active growth to encourage bushier, denser foliage
- Trim spent flower heads to redirect energy to new foliage growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA confirmed non-toxic; no adverse effects for cats
Humans: No toxic effects reported for human ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Groundcover for slopes, trailing container plant, low wall climbing vine, indoor foliage accent
