Mile-a-minute Vine (Ipomoea Cairica) is a perennial vine in the Convolvulaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Ipomoea cairica is a fast-growing perennial climber with palmate leaves and showy white to lavender funnel-shaped flowers.

Mile-a-minute Vine

Mile-a-minute Vine

Ipomoea Cairica

Ipomoea cairica is a fast-growing perennial climber with palmate leaves and showy white to lavender funnel-shaped flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-12

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, clay
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:screen, cover, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mile-a-minute Vine

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Prune
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Convolvulaceae
Genus:Ipomoea