

How to identify Cup-and-saucer vine (Cobaea scandens)
Cup-and-saucer vine, also known as Mexican ivy, Purple-bell cobaea
Cup-and-saucer vine is a vigorous climber with a twining growth habit, easily reaching heights of up to 20 feet (6 meters). Its leaves are compound, with leaflets arranged in pairs opposite each other and a twining tendril at the tip. The plant boasts large, bell-shaped flowers that are quite striking, transitioning in color from greenish-white to purplish as they mature. These flowers can be over 2 inches (5 cm) long. Known for its preference for sunlight, cup-and-saucer vine thrives best in well-lit environments.
Vigorous climber reaching up to 20 feet (6 meters)
Large bell-shaped flowers transitioning from greenish-white to purplish
Pinnate leaves with four oval leaflets, ending in twining tendril
Sturdy woody stem with rough texture, forming climbing tendrils
Flowers bell, cup, or funnel-shaped, up to 2 inches (5 cm) long
Cup-and-saucer vine has pinnate leaves with four leaflets. Each leaflet is oval-shaped, measuring approximately 1.5-3 inches (4-7.5 cm) in length and 0.75-1.5 inches (2-3.5 cm) in width. The upper surface is a vibrant green with a smooth texture, while the underside is paler and slightly hairy. Veination is prominent with a central midrib and lateral veins forming a reticulate pattern. The leaflets are arranged pairwise along a central rachis, and the leaf apex often terminates in a tendril used for climbing.
The flowers of cup-and-saucer vine are bell, cup, or funnel-shaped and measure up to 2 inches (5 cm) in length. They open as a greenish-white color and mature to a bright purple. These flowers are notable for their strong musky odor when they first bloom. Each flower hangs upside down from the vine and is surrounded by a green, saucer-like calyx. Blooming occurs from late summer to early fall, and each flower lasts for approximately four days.
The stem of cup-and-saucer vine is woody, displaying a robust and climbing growth habit. It is characterized by its sturdy, strong texture and a somewhat rough surface. The color ranges from green in younger stems to a brownish hue as they mature. Typically, the stem can reach a thickness of about 0.5 inches (1.3 cm). The branching pattern is irregular and vigorous, with a tendency to form tendrils that assist in climbing and anchoring to structures.
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Scientific Classification of Cup-and-saucer vine