Climbing Hempvine (Mikania Scandens) is a perennial vine in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Mikania scandens is a herbaceous, climbing vine in the family Asteraceae, known for its twining growth habit and heart-shaped leaves.

Climbing Hempvine

Climbing Hempvine

Mikania Scandens

Mikania scandens is a herbaceous, climbing vine in the family Asteraceae, known for its twining growth habit and heart-shaped leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, climber, habitat for pollinators, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Climbing Hempvine

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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Climbing Hempvine
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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Mikania