Flame vine.

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Niveau d'entretien

Moyenne

Type de plante

Evergreen vine

Lumière

Full sun

Lumière en intérieur

Soleil direct

Arrosage

Tous les 3 à 7 jours

Taille adulte

20 to 30 feet

Croissance

Rapide

Rusticité

USDA 9 à 11

Floraison

Late winter to early spring

Entretien

Provide a sturdy support structure for this vigorous climber to sprawl across. Watch for yellowing leaves which may indicate the soil is staying too wet or the plant needs more nutrients. Prune back after the main flowering season to keep its size in check.

Arrosage

Keep the soil consistently moist but never soggy during the active growing season.

Engrais

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the spring and summer months to encourage blooms.

Taille

Trim back the vines immediately after the flowering period ends to maintain shape.

Rempotage

Repot only if the plant becomes root bound or if you need to refresh the soil.

Sol

Well draining, fertile soil

pH du sol

6.0 to 7.5

Température

5 à 35°C

Humidité

50 à 80%

Résistance à la sécheresse

Moyenne

Durée de vie

Perennial, typically 10 to 20 years

Résistance aux chevreuils et lapins

Moyenne

Sécurité

Humains

There is no significant evidence of human toxicity, but it is not meant for consumption.

Enfants

The long, trailing stems can be a strangulation hazard for very small children if left to hang low.

Allergènes de contact

The sap can cause mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

Allergènes aéroportés

There are no notable airborne allergy risks associated with this vine.

Comestibilité

This plant is not considered edible and should be kept away from food preparation areas.

Comment l'identifier

• Clusters of bright orange tubular flowers
• Opposite, compound leaves with three leaflets
• Tendrils used for climbing surfaces
• Evergreen foliage throughout the year

Hauteur

3 à 6m

Envergure

2 à 4m

Feuilles

dark green, evergreen

Fleurs

orange, reddish orange, 5 à 8cm

Fruits

brown, Late spring

Problèmes courants

• Aphids — Small insects that cluster on new growth and suck plant juices.
• Root rot — Occurs when the soil stays too wet for too long.

La cultiver

Multiplication

cuttings, layering

Quand planter

spring, early summer

Hivernage

In cooler climates, move the container to a bright, frost-free location. Keep the soil slightly drier during the winter months.

En pot

It can grow in large containers, but it requires a very large pot of at least 50 liters to support its size.

Plant this vine where it can climb freely without smothering smaller shrubs nearby.

Bonnes associations

• Bougainvillea spectabilis — They share similar light and water needs and create a vibrant color display.
• Chinese hibiscus — The tropical foliage of hibiscus complements the fine texture of the flame vine.

Espèces similaires

• Bignone — Both are vigorous vines with tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds.

Science

Famille

Bignoniaceae

Genre

Pyrostegia

Ordre

Lamiales

Classe

Magnoliopsida

Région d'origine

Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay

Préservation

This species is not currently listed as endangered or protected.

It grows as a high climbing vine in tropical forests, reaching for sunlight in the canopy.

Intérêt pour la faune

nectar source

Pollinisateurs

colibris, abeilles

Utilisations

ornamental vine, trellis cover, fence screen

Taxonomie vérifiée avec le GBIF.

Ce qu'on demande souvent

Does it need a trellis?

Yes, it is a vigorous climber that needs sturdy support to thrive.

How often should I prune it?

Prune it right after flowering to keep it tidy and encourage more blooms next year.

D'où vient le nom

The name Pyrostegia comes from the Greek words for fire and roof, referring to the fiery orange flowers that cover the top of the plant.

Bon à savoir

• It is commonly called flame vine because of its brilliant orange color.
• The plant can grow quite rapidly once established in a sunny spot.
• It is a popular choice for covering pergolas in tropical climates.