Ipomoea quamoclit aka Hummingbird Vine

Taxonomy

Ipomoea quamoclit, also known as cypress vine, cypress vine morning glory, cardinal creeper, cardinal vine, star glory, star of Bethlehem or hummingbird vine, is a tropical American twining climber that is native to tropical regions of the Americas but has been naturalized in other tropical areas as well. This species of vine is a member of the morning glory family (Convolvulaceae) and is an annual. It has star-shaped scarlet, pink, or white blooms that contrast beautifully with its deep green, deeply lobed leaves. However, it is also considered invasive in many countries around the world, including Australia, Papua New Guinea, India, the United States, Brazil, the Galapagos Islands, Costa Rica, Cuba, the Maldives, Seychelles, and many islands in the Pacific Ocean. As a houseplant, cypress vine is relatively rare but easy to grow. It requires regular watering and does best in long-lasting, direct light. Ideally, it should be placed less than 1 foot away from a window. For optimal growth, the soil should be well-draining, and it may benefit from gentle, organic fertilizer during its peak growing season. Belonging to the Ipomoea genus, cypress vine is native to Mexico to South America.

Common names

Hummingbird Vine, Cypressvine, Indian Pink

How to care for Hummingbird Vine

Difficulty

If you're looking for a plant that offers a moderate level of challenge, Hummingbird Vine is a great choice to test your gardening skills.

Water

Hummingbird Vine should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Hummingbird Vine loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Lighting

Hummingbird Vine requires abundant, bright, and direct light to thrive. The best placement for this plant is within one foot of a window to ensure it receives enough light. If you live in an area with more extreme weather, such as hot summers or cold winters, you may need to adjust the placement of the plant accordingly. During hot summer months, it is important to place the plant away from full sun, as this can cause the leaves to yellow or burn. During cold winter months, it is best to move the plant closer to the window to take advantage of the extra light that can help it survive. By keeping an eye on the current weather in your area, you can make sure your Cypressvine is always in the right place to thrive.

Toxicity

Hummingbird Vine is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

Humidity

No extra humidity is necessary for the Hummingbird Vine. Absorption of water by plants is primarily done through their roots, and soil watering is the most effective method to provide humidity to your plants.

Region of origin

Hummingbird Vine’s native range is Worldwide.


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