Dalechampia dioscoreifolia
PURPLE WINGS, COSTA RICAN BUTTERFLY VINE
Euphorbiaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen twining climber

Hardiness zones: 10-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral
6m
Plant habit
 
6m

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Flowers: pink-purple

Flowering Time: mid summer to early autumn

Leaves: light green

Ornamental Fruit: seeds
 
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Dalechampia dioscoreifolia
PURPLE WINGS, COSTA RICAN BUTTERFLY VINE
Euphorbiaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen twining climber

Hardiness zones: 10-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral
6m
Plant habit
 
6m

FEATURES

Flowers: pink-purple

Flowering Time: mid summer to early autumn

Leaves: light green

Ornamental Fruit: seeds


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical, mediterranean, oriental & cottage designs

Uses: pergola, trellis

Growth rate: fast



HAZARDS

Dangers to touch: leaves






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