Is Japanese False Bindweed safe for pets?

Yes, Japanese False Bindweed (Calystegia Hederacea) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Japanese False Bindweed easy to care for?

Japanese False Bindweed has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Japanese False Bindweed grow indoors?

Japanese False Bindweed is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Japanese False Bindweed (Calystegia Hederacea) is a perennial vine in the Convolvulaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Calystegia hederacea is a perennial climbing plant known for its twining habit and ivy-shaped leaves.

Last updated: February 2026

Japanese False Bindweed

Calystegia Hederacea

Calystegia hederacea is a perennial climbing plant known for its twining habit and ivy-shaped leaves.

Quick Facts

Type

vine

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

5-9

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

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Child Safe

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Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, climber, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Japanese False Bindweed

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Convolvulaceae

Genus:Calystegia