Creeping Wire Vine (Muehlenbeckia Axillaris) is a perennial shrub in the Polygonaceae family with easy 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. It can be grown indoors.

A low evergreen shrub forming wiry mats with tiny, round, glossy leaves and twining growth habit.

Creeping Wire Vine

Creeping Wire Vine

Muehlenbeckia Axillaris

A low evergreen shrub forming wiry mats with tiny, round, glossy leaves and twining growth habit.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
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, gravelly
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, decorative texture

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Creeping Wire Vine

Jan
Prune
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Repot
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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:Polygonaceae
Genus:Muehlenbeckia