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Petopentia natalensis

Also Known As

  • Fockea natalensis
  • Fockea tugelensis
  • Ischnolepis natalensis

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

  • H: 28'
  • W: 8"

planting zones

  • 10a-10b

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Petopentia natalensis plant details

Petopentia natalensis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with burgundy and green foliage. In spring burgundy and chocolate flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Petopentia natalensis

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
Mature size: 8 IN wide, 28 FT tall
Flowers: burgundy and chocolate blooms in spring
Uses: exotic, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Petopentia natalensis

USDA Zones: 10a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Asclepiadaceae. Native to Natal and Cape Province. This caudiciform can grow to 8" wide. The underside of new leaves are a beautiful purple. Worth growing.

Gardening facts about Petopentia natalensis plant

How to Grow Petopentia natalensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Color

    • burgundy
    • chocolate
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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