Tahitian Bridal Veil (Gibasis Pellucida) is a perennial vine in the Commelinaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A creeping or trailing perennial plant with thin wiry stems and narrow green leaves that have a purple underside.

Tahitian Bridal Veil

Tahitian Bridal Veil

Gibasis Pellucida

A creeping or trailing perennial plant with thin wiry stems and narrow green leaves that have a purple underside.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental trailing plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Tahitian Bridal Veil

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:Commelinaceae
Genus:Gibasis