Braveheart Vine

Braveheart Vine Stictocardia beraviensis

What is the plant

Stictocardia beraviensis is a perennial vine native to tropical Africa and belongs to the Convolvulaceae family. Due to its bright appearance, the plant is popular in many countries worldwide. It is interesting that the Magnoliopsid species, to which the plant belongs, was first described by Wilhelm Watke.

Braveheart Vine is easily identified by its lush, pointed, ovate leaves that can grow up to 20 cm (7 in) and its small, cup-shaped flowers that are pinkish crimson in color and streaked with orange inside. It blooms throughout the year, and the flowers are fragrant and attract various insects.
The seeds are in pods, which open after ripening. The plant proliferates, thereby covering a variety of trellises, fences, and trees, so you should be careful when choosing a planting site.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

25°C - 30°C

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Medium

Water
The plant needs an average watering level in spring and autumn, and watering should be increased in summer. It is important to control the water level to prevent overwetting.
Sunlight
Since Braveheart Vine is a heat-loving plant, provide it with direct sun or shallow shade by placing it near a well-lit window.
Fertilizer
During the growing season, use an organic plant fertilizer once a week.

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Soil
Use slightly alkaline, well-drained, slightly moist soil.
Pruning
Carefully remove wilted leaves and flowers to ensure healthy plant growth, and use a clean blade to cut back stems that are too long.
Propagation
Cut the healthy stem from the plant with disinfected scissors, then plant in well-drained, slightly moist soil and keep direct sunlight out of the pot for some time after planting.

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Temperature
The best temperature for Stictocardia beraviensis is 77-86˚F (25-30°C).
Container
Any container is suitable, but the plant must have enough space since its roots are pretty long.
Fun fact
Stictocardia beraviensis is also called "Hawaiian bluebell", but this name is not true because it does not come from Hawaii.