Medicine Vine (Hippocratea Volubilis) is a perennial vine in the Hippocrateaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A climbing shrub or liana native to tropical and subtropical regions, known for its medicinal uses and adaptability to swampy and coastal habitats.

Medicine Vine

Medicine Vine

Hippocratea Volubilis

A climbing shrub or liana native to tropical and subtropical regions, known for its medicinal uses and adaptability to swampy and coastal habitats.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:climber, habitat plant, soil stabilization

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Medicine Vine

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:Hippocrateaceae
Genus:Hippocratea