Solandra maxima 'Variegata'

Also Known As

Variegated Cup of Gold Vine

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 18'-20'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

10a-11

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Solandra maxima 'Variegata' plant details

Solandra maxima 'Variegata' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and winter purple and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Solandra maxima 'Variegata'

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 18 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: purple and yellow blooms in spring and winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant, showy, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Solandra maxima 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Produces the same huge golden yellow cup shaped flowers as the regular golden chalice, except the plant has beautiful white edged variegated leaves. Grows 3-6' in containers. It is hardy to 29 degrees outside. This variety tolerates seaside conditions. Blossoms appear in winter to spring, 6-8 inches wide with brown strips on inside of petals.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

8" long golden trumpets with purple veins are borne in late winter and early spring on this scrambling tropical climber with cream and green variegated foliage. Most unusual.