How to tend a Metaplexis japonica

Also known as: Metaplexis chinensis Decne., Metaplexis rostellata Turcz., Metaplexis stauntonii Schult., Pergularia japonica Thunb., Urostelma chinense Bunge, Metaplexis japonica (Thunb.) Makino, Cynanchum thunbergii K.P.Ma, J.H.Xue & Chepinoga

Watering

Water thoroughly when soil surface is dry

Sunlight

Likes sunshine, also resistant to half shade

Soil

Peat or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply once monthly

Pruning

Remove old, diseased and dead leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
Asia
Category
Apocynaceae, Metaplexis
Size
Diameter≥10cm,Height≥15cm
Blooming period
Flowering period June-September, fruiting period September-December
Flower colors
white with light pink
World Flora Online
View on WFO