Skunkvine (Paederia Foetida) is a perennial vine in the Rubiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Paederia foetida is a fast-growing, slender, perennial climbing vine known for its distinctive foul odor resembling that of a skunk.
Skunkvine
Paederia Foetida
Paederia foetida is a fast-growing, slender, perennial climbing vine known for its distinctive foul odor resembling that of a skunk.
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