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    • Photo of Cynanchum racemosum var. unifarium flower, foliage by Almost Eden

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    Cynanchum racemosum var. unifarium

    Also Known As

    • Cynanchum unifarium
    • Milkweed Vine
    • Talayote

    Plant type

    perennial, vine

    size

    • H: 10'-15'
    • W: 2'-15'

    planting zones

    • 8b-12

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    Cynanchum racemosum var. unifarium plant details

    Cynanchum racemosum var. unifarium is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In fall and summer cream and green flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Cynanchum racemosum var. unifarium

    Plant type: perennial vine
    Plant family: apocynaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 2 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
    Flowers: cream and green blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: heart-shaped leaves, monarch host, self-sowing, trellis, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Cynanchum racemosum var. unifarium

    USDA Zones: 8b - 12
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
    Soil needs: alkaline, average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Talayote produces clusters of small cream and green milkweed flowers that are held above and among the large heart shaped foliage and can be found in flower from summer and into early fall attracting a host of smaller pollinators. Admittedly the flowers of Talayote are not extra large and showy but it could certainly be used in the garden as a screen or at the back of the garden if so desired. By some this plant may be considered weedy, simply remove any ripening seed pods to prevent unwanted seedlings.

    By: Almost Eden

    Gardening facts about Cynanchum racemosum var. unifarium plant

    How to Grow Cynanchum racemosum var. unifarium

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • alkaline
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • cream
      • green

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Cynanchum marnierianum

    Plant Type

    Cactus / Succulent, Vine

    Zones

    10b-11

    Size

    Height: 18"-24"

    Width: 12"-72"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    • dry in winter
    Photo of Cynanchum marnierianum flower by Frank Vincentz
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    Cynanchum insigne

    aka Sarcostemma insigne

    Plant Type

    Cactus / Succulent

    Zones

    9b-11

    Size

    Height: 24"

    Width: 12"

    • bright shade
    • occasional - low
    Photo of Cynanchum insigne flower by FinitoR
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