Silkvine (Periploca Graeca) is a perennial vine in the Apocynaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Periploca graeca is a hardy, deciduous climbing vine native to southern Europe and western Asia, known for its glossy green leaves and waxy, green to deep burgundy-purple flowers.

Silkvine

Silkvine

Periploca Graeca

Periploca graeca is a hardy, deciduous climbing vine native to southern Europe and western Asia, known for its glossy green leaves and waxy, green to deep burgundy-purple flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-9

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, climbing vine, screening

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Silkvine

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:Periploca