Climbing Milkweed (Gaudichaudia Cynanchoides) is a perennial vine in the Malpighiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Gaudichaudia cynanchoides is a climbing perennial plant known for its drought tolerance and ornamental flowers.

Climbing Milkweed

Climbing Milkweed

Gaudichaudia Cynanchoides

Gaudichaudia cynanchoides is a climbing perennial plant known for its drought tolerance and ornamental flowers.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental climber, pollinator attractor, drought tolerant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Climbing Milkweed

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Prune
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Repot
Apr
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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:Malpighiaceae
Genus:Gaudichaudia