Mountain Orange (Melodinus Suaveolens) is a perennial vine in the Apocynaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Melodinus suaveolens is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family, native to tropical and subtropical Asia.

Mountain Orange

Mountain Orange

Melodinus Suaveolens

Melodinus suaveolens is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family, native to tropical and subtropical Asia.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mountain Orange

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:Apocynaceae
Genus:Melodinus