Thunbergias (Thunbergia)

Thunbergias

Thunbergias are tropical evergreen plants that often grow in vines and are useful in hanging baskets. They hail from tropical regions but are named after Swedish naturalist Carl Peter Thunberg. In many places, these vines are considered invasive and a pest because they grow so quickly and aggressively and often self-cultivate outside people’s gardens.

Scientific classification

Genus

Thunbergias (Thunbergia)

Family

Acanthus

Order

Mints plantains olives and allies

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Annual

Lifespan

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Species

Black-eyed susan vine Bush clockvine Blue trumpet vine Mysore trumpetvine Whitelady Laurel clockvine Black-eyed susan vine 'Sunny Suzy Brownie'Black-eyed susan vine 'Arizona Dark Red'Black-eyed susan vine 'African Sunset'Scarlet clock vine Dwarf blue thunbergia Natal primrose Thunbergia neglecta

Care Guide for Thunbergias

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Thunbergias thrives with a moderate watering schedule, ideally once every 1-2 weeks, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Preferring outdoor conditions, it benefits from rainwater during active growth, reflecting its adaptation to variable moisture environments.

Propagation: Thunbergias propagation involves seed sowing, stem cuttings, and layering in warm temperatures and bright indirect light. Direct moisture management is crucial to avoid root rot. For cuttings, use a 4-6 inch stem, rooting hormone, and maintain high humidity, with roots expected in 3-4 weeks.

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