Climbing False Buckwheat (Fallopia Scandens) is a perennial vine in the Polygonaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Fallopia scandens is a perennial, twining vine known for its climbing habit and small, greenish-white flowers.

Climbing False Buckwheat

Climbing False Buckwheat

Fallopia Scandens

Fallopia scandens is a perennial, twining vine known for its climbing habit and small, greenish-white flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Climbing False Buckwheat

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Prune
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Repot
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Climbing False Buckwheat
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Taxonomy

Family:Polygonaceae
Genus:Fallopia