Light Requirements: Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate some direct morning sun. In full sun locations, the foliage may scorch or dry out, especially in hot climates. Too little light can lead to sparse, leggy growth.
Watering Needs: Keep the soil evenly moist during the growing season, allowing the top inch to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid letting the plant dry out completely or sit in soggy soil. Water less frequently in winter.
Soil Preference: Use a well-draining potting mix with good moisture retention. A blend containing peat, compost, and perlite works well. Ensure the container has proper drainage.
How to Fertilize: Fertilize monthly during the active growing season (spring through early fall) with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength. Skip fertilization in winter.
Hardiness Zone: Suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 8–10. It can be grown as a perennial in mild climates but should be brought indoors or protected in colder regions.
Pet Safety: Mildly toxic to pets. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal upset in cats or dogs. Best kept out of reach of curious animals.
Additional Care Tips: This fast-growing, trailing or climbing plant can be pruned regularly to maintain a compact shape or trained on a trellis. It enjoys high humidity and consistent temperatures, making it ideal for bright bathrooms or greenhouses. Repot every 1–2 years to refresh soil and manage root growth. Easily propagated from softwood cuttings in spring or early summer.
