Climbing Indigo (Marsdenia Tinctoria) is a perennial vine in the Apocynaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Marsdenia tinctoria is a climbing plant known for its use as a source of blue dye and traditional medicinal applications.

Climbing Indigo

Climbing Indigo

Marsdenia Tinctoria

Marsdenia tinctoria is a climbing plant known for its use as a source of blue dye and traditional medicinal applications.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
10-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:climbing vine, dye source, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Climbing Indigo

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

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

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Climbing Indigo
Climbing Indigo detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Apocynaceae
Genus:Marsdenia