Gynostemma pentaphyllum - P13
Gynostemma pentaphyllum - P13
Description
The Sweet tea vine (Gynostemma pentaphyllum) is a climbing, rhizome-forming, slender, winter-green perennial that forms green-white flowers from July to August. Decorative, black leaves develop from the flowers. In a semi-shady location with well-drained, sandy, loamy soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2 m and grows to a width of approx. 60 cm.
Bulletpoints
* Fruiting ornament
* very beautiful in containers
* wintergreen
Leaves
Suitable for consumption.
Spread
China.
Frost hardiness
Winter protection is advisable in unprotected areas of the garden.
Growth
Climbing, rhizome-forming, slender.
Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.
Location
Preferred location in partial shade.
Soil
Standard container plant soil.
Normal soil.
Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.
Care
If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour!
Flower
Gynostemma pentaphyllum forms green-white flowers from July.
Use
Tub, winter garden, vegetable garden, consumption, hanging basket, room, balcony/terrace, small/front garden

- Article number500
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EAN codeGYPENTAP-2P13
- Latin nameGynostemma pentaphyllum
- catalogLandscape shop