Ibervillea lindheimeri

Also Known As

Ibervillea tenella
Ibervillea tripartita
Balsam Apple
Balsam Gourd
Hierba de Vibora
Slimlobe Globeberry
Texas Globeberry
Viper's Herb

Plant type

cactus / succulent, vine

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 1"-2'

planting zones

9a-11

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Ibervillea lindheimeri plant details

Ibervillea lindheimeri is a broadleaf deciduous cactus / succulent or vine with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with sun - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ibervillea lindheimeri

Plant type: cactus / succulent or vine
Plant family: cucurbitaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 IN - 2 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: caudex-forming, container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ibervillea lindheimeri

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A cucurbit native to the Southwest United States and Mexico. Forms a very large, disc shaped caudex with long vines erupting from a single point in the center. Leaves are small and numerous along the vine. Yellow flowers are inconspicuous but forms large, reddish melons in the fall. Looks great when vines are trained in a "halo" over the caudex, or allowed to gracefully cascade down from the pot. Deciduous foliage all dies back in the winter.