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Coral vine

How to identify Coral vine (Antigonon leptopus)

Coral vine, also known as Coralita, Bee bush, Queen's wreath vine, Cemetery vine, Mountain-rose coralvine, Love-vine, St James’ flower, Bride’s Tears, Rose of the mountain

Coral vine boasts a lush, twining vine capable of rapid growth, extending 8-10 feet (2.4-3 m) in a single season. Its foliage is a delicate pale green, displaying arrow-shaped leaves that provide a verdant canvas for clusters of vibrant coral-pink flowers, blooming prolifically from spring through fall. In some cases, blooms may exhibit red or white hues, depending on the variant. The plant is equipped with tendrils, enabling it to gracefully ascend arbors, fences, and other support structures with ease.

Lifespan

Lifespan: Perennial

Plant Type

Plant Type: Herb, Vine

Leaf Type

Leaf Type: Evergreen

Quickly Identify Coral vine

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Twining vine reaching 8-10 feet (2.4-3 m) in a single season, adorned with arrow-shaped pale green leaves.

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Clusters of vibrant coral-pink flowers, occasionally in red or white hues, blooming from spring to fall.

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Axillary racemes with fragrant, bright coral pink, white, or red flowers, attracting bees and butterflies.

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Small achene fruit, 0.3-0.5 inches (8-12 mm) long, cone-like or triangular, with a glossy appearance.

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Slender, angled stems with distinctive reddish-brown color, climbing using axillary tendrils at leaf axils.

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Detailed Traits of Coral vine

Leaf Features

The leaves of coral vine are alternate and measure about 4 inches (10 cm) long. They are ovate, heart-shaped, or sometimes triangular, with wavy margins. The pale green, prominently-veined leaves exhibit a soft texture and fine hairs along the veins. They are simple and borne on petioles that are 1-5 cm long.

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Flower Features

The flowers of coral vine are axillary racemes borne on panicles, with each bloom featuring bright coral pink, white, or red colors. Each flower comprises 5 petals with entire margins and acute tips, 8 stamens, and 3 styles and stigmas. They are fragrant and appear in cascading racemes, attracting bees and butterflies. Blooming from spring to fall, the flowers start bright pink and turn dull pink, eventually browning as they age.

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Stem Features

The stems of coral vine are slender and angled, displaying a distinctive reddish-brown color. They climb onto other vegetation using axillary tendrils borne at leaf axils. The texture is relatively smooth, and the stems are not particularly thick, generally staying under 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter. This climbing and tendrilled branching pattern is a key feature for identifying coral vine.

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Fruit Features

The fruit of coral vine is a type of achene that is relatively small, measuring approximately 0.3-0.5 inches (8-12 mm) in length and 0.16-0.28 inches (4-7 mm) wide. Its shape varies from cone-like to triangular, and it possesses a distinctive, glossy appearance. The outer layer of the achene is tough and dry. Characteristically brown, these achenes are typically nestled within the remnants of the showy petals, which persist even after flowering, often obscuring them from immediate view.

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Key Facts About Coral vine

Attributes of Coral vine
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb, Vine
Flower Size
8 mm to 1 cm
Flower Color
Pink
Red
White
Fruit Color
Green
Stem Color
Red
Brown
Burgundy
Leaf type
Evergreen
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Scientific Classification of Coral vine

Family
Buckwheat
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Species
Coral vine (Antigonon leptopus)
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Distribution Map of Coral vine

Coral vine is native to parts of Central and South America and has been cultivated in various regions due to its ornamental appeal. Its presence extends to multiple continents including Africa, Asia, and Oceania, reflecting a broad distribution in both hemispheres. While coral vine has been introduced to some areas, it is sometimes thought to be a competing species with local flora and may have an impact on ecosystems, especially in regions where it is considered invasive.
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