Creeping Psychotria (Psychotria Serpens) is a perennial vine in the Rubiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Psychotria serpens is a creeping or climbing perennial liana native to Southeast Asia, known for its ability to grow on trees or rocks with adventitious roots.

Creeping Psychotria

Creeping Psychotria

Psychotria Serpens

Psychotria serpens is a creeping or climbing perennial liana native to Southeast Asia, known for its ability to grow on trees or rocks with adventitious roots.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, climber, shade tolerance

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Creeping Psychotria

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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:Rubiaceae
Genus:Psychotria
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