Plant Care Coral Vine

Coral Vine

About Coral Vine

Coral Vine is a fast-growing, tropical climbing vine with tuberous roots. It is a native of Mexico and Central America. The vine can grow up to 40 feet high in its native habitats and climbs up into the canopy of trees. It has been classified as an invasive species in the United States because of its aggressive growth.

Taxonomy

Antigonon leptopus
Antigonon
Polygonaceae
Caryophyllales

Also known as

coral vine, Coralita, bee bush, San Miguelito vine and Coral Vine, Queen's Wreath, Mexican Creeper, Chain of Love

How to care for Coral Vine

💦 Water

How often to water your Coral Vine

Water needs for Coral Vine
0.5 cups
every 9

Coral Vine needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Coral Vine

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Coral Vine in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Coral Vine: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Coral Vine love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Coral Vine does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Coral Vine in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Coral Vine

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Coral Vine: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Coral Vine after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Coral Vine is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Common Coral Vine Problems →


💦 Water Needs

Coral Vine prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Coral Vine Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Coral Vine requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Coral Vine is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Is Coral Vine Edible? →

Coral Vine Toxicity to Cats →

Coral Vine Toxicity to Dogs →

Coral Vine Toxicity to Humans →


💩 Fertilizer

Coral Vine is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Coral Vine is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.

Coral Vine Lifecycle →

Coral Vine Size Guide →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Coral Vine can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Coral Vine Hardiness Zones →

Is Coral Vine a Weed? →


🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Coral Vine, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Coral Vine

Coral Vine

Coral Vine


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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