California Pipevine

About California Pipevine

California Pipevine is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that is easy to grow and

California Pipevine belongs to the Isotrema genus, and is native to California.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Isotrema californicum

Genus

Isotrema

Family

Aristolochiaceae

Order

Piperales

Also known as

California pipevine, California Dutchman's-pipe and California snakeroot

How to care for California Pipevine

💦 Water

How often to water your California Pipevine

California Pipevine 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.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for California Pipevine in your home

California Pipevine may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize California Pipevine

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for California Pipevine: 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 California Pipevine after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

California Pipevine is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

California Pipevine 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.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
California Pipevine can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 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.