Teddy Bear Vine

Teddy Bear Vine Care

Cyanotis beddomei

What is the plant

The Teddy Bear Vine is a common indoor succulent from the genus Cyanotis. Houseplants from this species look great in hanging baskets on balconies. The Teddy Bear Vine plant is also not too difficult to care for.

In the wild, Cyanotis beddomei grows in South India. It is a plant with long brown stems. The height of the Teddy Bear Vine is 5-9 inches (12-22 centimeters). The creeping stems of the plant can reach a length of 20-23 inches (50-58 centimeters). The plant has small fleshy leaves (0.5-1 inch) covered with white hairs. In spring, Teddy Bear Vine is covered with beautiful pink flowers.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

12°C - 16°C

Hardiness zone

10a - 11b

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
You need to water the plant moderately but regularly in the warm season. When it gets cooler, Cyanotis beddomei only needs watering when the soil dries out. Flower growers advise not to overdo with watering the plant.
Pruning
Teddy Bear Vine does not need special pruning. However, you can prune stems that are too long to keep the plant looking decorative.
Fertilizer
You need to fertilize from early spring to late summer about once a month. You can use regular houseplant fertilizer for this purpose.

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Sunlight
The leaves of Cyanotis beddomei are easily damaged in the too aggressive sun. The plant needs diffused but bright light, so the best place for your Teddy Bear Vine is an east or west window.
Soil
You can choose regular soil for succulents. Remember, this plant needs good drainage at the bottom of the container.
Propagation
Teddy Bear Vine propagates in many ways, but the most practical is cuttings. To do this, you need to cut off a small part of the stem and let it dry for several hours. Then, stick the cutting into the soil and water. Cyanotis beddomei cuttings need more moisture than mature plants. However, you do not need to water them too much.

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Temperature
The best temperature conditions for Cyanotis beddomei is 60-80 degrees Fahrenheit (16-27 degrees Celsius). Ensure the temperature in your plant's room does not fall below 50 degrees Fahrenheit (10 degrees Celsius). Hypothermia can destroy Teddy bear vine tissue.
Container
Stagnant moisture is dangerous for the plant, so it is important to choose a container with a drainage hole for Cyanotis beddomei. Like other creepers, Teddy Bear Vine grows well in hanging containers, and then its stems do not take up much space.
Fun fact
Teddy Bear Vine got its name from the soft texture and fluffy hairs that cover the plant.