Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb Vine |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade Partial Shade to Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Plant Height: | 12 to 14 inches |
Plant Spread: | Trails 6 to 8 feet |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen Other: Large platter-shaped leaves, cream with pink veins. |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant Terrariums |
Uses: | Groundcover |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant Drought tolerant |
Toxicity: | Leaves are poisonous Roots are poisonous Fruit is poisonous Other: Entire plant is toxic, as it contains calcium oxalate crystals. Skin irritant as well. Extremely toxic to dogs and cats. |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Division |
Containers: | Suitable in 1 gallon Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Suitable for hanging baskets Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Epiphytic |
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