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Candy Corn Vine

Also known as

Firecracker Plant

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Manettia paraguariensis

Genus

Manettia

Family

Rubiaceae

Order

Gentianales

How to care for Candy Corn Vine

💦 Water

How often to water your Candy Corn Vine

Candy Corn 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.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Candy Corn Vine in your home

Candy Corn Vine love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Candy Corn Vine does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Candy Corn Vine

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Candy Corn 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 Candy Corn Vine after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

My plant has one dead leave and one dead flower She was fine yesterday but when I checked her today one flower and one leave appear to be dead. They aren’t next to each other either. I just got this plant from a farmer’s market and I haven’t repotted or done anything. The soil is still wet so I haven’t watered it either. #CandyCornVine #help

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Candy Corn 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.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Candy Corn 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 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 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.

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🧐 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.