Climbing Wortclub (Commicarpus Scandens) is a perennial vine in the Nyctaginaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Commicarpus scandens is a scrambling subshrub native to seasonally dry tropical regions, known for its vine-like growth habit and medicinal uses.

Climbing Wortclub

Climbing Wortclub

Commicarpus Scandens

Commicarpus scandens is a scrambling subshrub native to seasonally dry tropical regions, known for its vine-like growth habit and medicinal uses.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, climber, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Climbing Wortclub

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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:Nyctaginaceae
Genus:Commicarpus