Species jade vine
teal flowers with burgundy sepals and brown stems

jade vine

Strongylodon macrobotrys

Jade Vine (Strongylodon macrobotrys) is an exotic climbing plant native to the rainforests of the Philippines. It has long, elegant stems, with glossy heart-shaped leaves that grow in mid-green clusters along the vine. In spring, the plant produces spectacular clusters of bright blue-green, trumpet-shaped flowers, which hang from the stems in bunches. Jade vine can be cultivated in a greenhouse, and can reach heights of up to 12 feet when supported by a trellis or other climbing structure. It grows best in a warm, humid climate, and well-drained, slightly acid soil. With its unique foliage and beautiful flowers, it makes a striking addition to any garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Air Layering Propagation,Stem Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

10 - 12

Flowers:

Blue green Flowers

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Fruits:

blue,green Fruits Ready In Summer

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Invasive:

Yes

Tropical:

Yes

Care Level:

High

watering

Jade vine needs to be watered regularly, but not too much. Water thoroughly about once a week when the surface of the soil is dry to the touch. Allow the top inch of the soil to dry out before watering again. Make sure the plant is not getting too much water by letting it drain - do not allow the plant to sit in excess water.

sunlight

The optimal amount of sunlight for a Jade vine is direct sunlight for around 4 to 6 hours per day. When grown in containers, they should be placed in a south or west-facing window for the best light exposure. During the warmer months of spring and summer, they will typically do best in full sunlight for most of the day. In the fall and winter months, when days are shorter and sunlight is more limited, they should be placed in an area that still receives at least several hours of bright, indirect sunlight each day.

pruning

Jade Vine should be pruned twice a year - in the spring and the fall. Pruning should be moderate in amount to prevent damaging the vines. For pruning in the spring, focus on removing any dead, diseased, or damaged branches and promoting new growth. In the fall, prune back any overgrown vines and remove any suckers (shoots growing from the root-crown). Make sure to use sharp pruning tools and wear protective gloves when pruning.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
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Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Aug
Harvest Fruit

The jade vine typically blooms from April to June, and the fruits are ready for harvesting from July to September.

Starts Flowering

Jade vine typically starts flowering in May or June.

Harvest Fruit

The jade vine typically blooms from April to June, and the fruits are ready for harvesting from July to September.

Starts Flowering

Jade vine typically starts flowering in May or June.

Harvest Fruit

The jade vine typically blooms from April to June, and the fruits are ready for harvesting from July to September.

Hardiness Map