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Coral Vine
Product Code:
PLT-8655-P
Width:
45,00
(cm)
Height:
250,00
(cm)
Depth:
45,00
(cm)
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IQD153,300.00
Ready for a garden transformation? The Coral Vine is your answer. This isn't just a plant; it's a living curtain of vibrant pink blossoms and lush green leaves that climbs with unstoppable energy. In just one season, watch it conquer fences and pergolas, turning any plain structure into a floral masterpiece. Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, it rewards you with breathtaking beauty without demanding your time. Attract butterflies and create the garden you've always dreamed of. Add the Coral Vine to your cart and start growing your vertical paradise today!
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Coral Vine, Queen's Wreath, Mexican Creeper
Botanical Name: Antigonon leptopus
Arabic Name: انتيكوما
Plant Variant: Standard
Plant Color: Natural
Plant Country: Thailand
Family: Polygonaceae
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Angiosperms
Order: Caryophyllales
Family: Polygonaceae
Genus: Antigonon
Species: Antigonon leptopus
3. Origin & Distribution
The Coral Vine is native to Mexico and Central America. It has been widely introduced and naturalized throughout tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, and parts of the Southern United States.
4. Visual Characteristics
It is a fast-growing, evergreen climbing vine that uses tendrils to scale structures. It features distinct heart-shaped (cordate), wavy-edged leaves and produces voluminous sprays of vibrant pink or coral flowers. The flowers are actually colored sepals that remain on the plant long after blooming.
5. Size & Dimensions
This vigorous climber can quickly reach lengths of 30 to 40 feet (9 to 12 meters) in a single growing season under ideal conditions, making it excellent for large-scale vertical coverage.
6. Light Requirements
Thrives best in full sun. For the most abundant flowering, it requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. It can tolerate partial shade, though flowering will be less dense.
7. Watering Needs
While establishing, the vine requires regular watering to keep the soil moist. Once established, it is remarkably drought-tolerant, though it performs best with consistent weekly watering during peak summer heat.
8. Soil & Potting
Adaptable to a wide range of soil types, including poor soil, provided there is good drainage. It prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH but is not overly picky about soil fertility.
9. Temperature & Humidity
It loves heat and thrives in warm, tropical, and subtropical climates (USDA zones 9-11). It can be sensitive to frost; in cooler climates, the top growth may die back in winter but often regrows from its underground tubers in spring.
10. Fertilization
Requires minimal fertilization. A balanced, all-purpose liquid or granular fertilizer applied once a month during the spring and summer growing season can help encourage more vigorous blooming.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Care Level: Easy/Low Maintenance. The primary task is controlling its rapid growth. Regular pruning is recommended after the flowering season to manage its size and prevent it from overtaking nearby plants or structures.
12. Growth & Propagation
Growth is very rapid. It propagates easily via seeds, which are often dispersed by water or birds, or through softwood cuttings. It also develops underground tubers that allow the plant to resprout if the foliage is damaged.
13. Common Problems
Generally pest-resistant, though it may occasionally attract aphids or caterpillars. In some tropical regions, it is considered invasive due to its ability to grow over other vegetation, so it should be monitored in sensitive ecological areas.
14. Benefits & Uses
Mainly used for ornamental purposes to cover fences, trellises, arbors, and pergolas. It is highly attractive to pollinators, specifically honeybees and butterflies, making it a staple for biodiversity-friendly gardens.
15. Toxicity & Safety
The Coral Vine is generally considered non-toxic to humans and common household pets (cats and dogs). However, as with any ornamental plant, it is best kept away from curious pets to avoid minor digestive upset if ingested.
Coral Vine
IQD153,300.00
Ready for a garden transformation? The Coral Vine is your answer. This isn't just a plant; it's a living curtain of vibrant pink blossoms and lush green leaves that climbs with unstoppable energy. In just one season, watch it conquer fences and pergolas, turning any plain structure into a floral masterpiece. Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, it rewards you with breathtaking beauty without demanding your time. Attract butterflies and create the garden you've always dreamed of. Add the Coral Vine to your cart and start growing your vertical paradise today!
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Coral Vine, Queen's Wreath, Mexican Creeper
Botanical Name: Antigonon leptopus
Arabic Name: انتيكوما
Plant Variant: Standard
Plant Color: Natural
Plant Country: Thailand
Family: Polygonaceae
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Angiosperms
Order: Caryophyllales
Family: Polygonaceae
Genus: Antigonon
Species: Antigonon leptopus
3. Origin & Distribution
The Coral Vine is native to Mexico and Central America. It has been widely introduced and naturalized throughout tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, and parts of the Southern United States.
4. Visual Characteristics
It is a fast-growing, evergreen climbing vine that uses tendrils to scale structures. It features distinct heart-shaped (cordate), wavy-edged leaves and produces voluminous sprays of vibrant pink or coral flowers. The flowers are actually colored sepals that remain on the plant long after blooming.
5. Size & Dimensions
This vigorous climber can quickly reach lengths of 30 to 40 feet (9 to 12 meters) in a single growing season under ideal conditions, making it excellent for large-scale vertical coverage.
6. Light Requirements
Thrives best in full sun. For the most abundant flowering, it requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. It can tolerate partial shade, though flowering will be less dense.
7. Watering Needs
While establishing, the vine requires regular watering to keep the soil moist. Once established, it is remarkably drought-tolerant, though it performs best with consistent weekly watering during peak summer heat.
8. Soil & Potting
Adaptable to a wide range of soil types, including poor soil, provided there is good drainage. It prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH but is not overly picky about soil fertility.
9. Temperature & Humidity
It loves heat and thrives in warm, tropical, and subtropical climates (USDA zones 9-11). It can be sensitive to frost; in cooler climates, the top growth may die back in winter but often regrows from its underground tubers in spring.
10. Fertilization
Requires minimal fertilization. A balanced, all-purpose liquid or granular fertilizer applied once a month during the spring and summer growing season can help encourage more vigorous blooming.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Care Level: Easy/Low Maintenance. The primary task is controlling its rapid growth. Regular pruning is recommended after the flowering season to manage its size and prevent it from overtaking nearby plants or structures.
12. Growth & Propagation
Growth is very rapid. It propagates easily via seeds, which are often dispersed by water or birds, or through softwood cuttings. It also develops underground tubers that allow the plant to resprout if the foliage is damaged.
13. Common Problems
Generally pest-resistant, though it may occasionally attract aphids or caterpillars. In some tropical regions, it is considered invasive due to its ability to grow over other vegetation, so it should be monitored in sensitive ecological areas.
14. Benefits & Uses
Mainly used for ornamental purposes to cover fences, trellises, arbors, and pergolas. It is highly attractive to pollinators, specifically honeybees and butterflies, making it a staple for biodiversity-friendly gardens.
15. Toxicity & Safety
The Coral Vine is generally considered non-toxic to humans and common household pets (cats and dogs). However, as with any ornamental plant, it is best kept away from curious pets to avoid minor digestive upset if ingested.
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