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Hedera Colchica

About Hedera Colchica

Plants in the Hedera genus are commonly known as Ivy, and are native to Eurasia and northern Africa although they've been introduced and are now common in the Americas and Australia. They're excellent climbers and have been known to grow on buildings and trees to over 100ft/30m tall! 🪜 You'll often see wreathes of ivy in Ancient Roman works of art, as they were believed to prevent intoxication. 🍷

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Hedera colchica

Genus

Hedera

Family

Araliaceae

Order

Apiales

Also known as

Persian Ivy, Persian Ivy and Colchis ivy

How to care for Hedera Colchica

💦 Water

How often to water your Hedera Colchica

Hedera Colchica 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 Persian Ivy in your home

Hedera Colchica 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 Hedera Colchica in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Hedera Colchica

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

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Hedera Colchica 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!

Benefits of Growing Persian Ivy →

Common Persian Ivy Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Hedera Colchica 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.

Persian Ivy Water Frequency →

Persian Ivy Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Hedera Colchica may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Persian Ivy Light Requirements →

Persian Ivy Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Hedera Colchica is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Hedera Colchica is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

💨 Humidity

Hedera Colchica doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

Persian Ivy Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Hedera Colchica does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Persian Ivy →

When and How to Successfully Repot Persian Ivy →

What Are Healthy Persian Ivy Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Hedera Colchica grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Persian Ivy →

🌎 Native Region

Hedera Colchica is native to Western Europe to Japan.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Hedera Colchica 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.

Persian Ivy Lifecycle →

Persian Ivy Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Persian Ivy →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Hedera Colchica can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Persian Ivy Temperature Tolerance →

Persian Ivy Hardiness Zones →

Is Persian Ivy a Weed? →

🌱 Propagation

Hedera Colchica can be propagated by the leaf method. To propagate:

Remove a leaf by gently twisting until it pops off.
To get the leaf to root, you can either:
- Place the leaf in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
- Place the leaf directly into well-draining soil

How to Propagate Persian Ivy →

🍂 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 Hedera Colchica, 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.