Hawaiian Sunset Vine

Hawaiian Sunset Vine Care

Stictocardia beraviensis

What is the plant

Hawaiian Sunset Vine is a stunning plant with expressive gorgeous blooms. It’s one of the most beautiful tropical vines that aren’t that fussy – provided that the climate is warm enough. Learn about identification and care about this vine below.

Hawaiian Sunset Vine is a native of South Africa and Madagascar. Its dark green heart-shaped fleshy leaves grow up to 12 inches (30 cm) wide in the shade. The flowers with scented cup-shaped pink blooms emerge in clusters and are 2-3 inches (5-10 cm) across. Hawaiian Sunset Vine thrives in USDA zones 7-11.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

15°C - 20°C

Hardiness zone

7 - 11

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Stictocardia needs regular and ample watering. The soil should be kept moist, but not wet.
Pruning
Trimming the new leaves to keep the growth compact and neat is recommended, as it will encourage new flowering in leaf axils. Always cut above the bud and don’t leave long sections of dead stems – this will attract disease. The best time to prune is in winter and early spring before the new foliage appears.
Fertilizer
This plant generally does not need fertilizing, as it grows actively on its own.

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
The plant will grow well in full sun. However, in part shade it feels better, the leaves grow larger, and it blooms more.
Soil
Stictocardia needs rich but well-draining soil, but it does not have specific preferences.
Propagation
The plant can be propagated from stem cuttings.

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Temperature
Hawaiian Sunset Vine needs tropical and subtropical climates to thrive, but it can tolerate slight frost. If it was cold and your vine dropped leaves, don’t be scared – it will probably grow back from the roots.
Container
Hawaiian Sunset Vine grows fast and needs a lot of space if grown outdoors or in a container. The first container should be around 7-10 gallons (26-37 liters). The plant needs a wooden trellis, and you need to train the branches around the trellis. Keep in mind that the pot should have good drainage.
Fun fact
This plant has nothing to do with Hawaii – its colloquial name is a mistake.