Metastelma Palmeri (Metastelma Palmeri) is a perennial shrub in the Apocynaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Metastelma palmeri is a climbing subshrub native to southern Texas through to Guatemala, typically found in desert or dry shrubland biomes.

Metastelma Palmeri

Metastelma Palmeri

Metastelma Palmeri

Metastelma palmeri is a climbing subshrub native to southern Texas through to Guatemala, typically found in desert or dry shrubland biomes.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:climber, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Metastelma Palmeri

Jan
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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Apocynaceae
Genus:Metastelma