Hemsley's Rockvine (Tetrastigma Formosanum) is a perennial vine in the Vitaceae 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.

Tetrastigma formosanum is a woody, slender liana native to subtropical regions such as Taiwan and the Nansei-shoto islands.

Hemsley's Rockvine

Hemsley's Rockvine

Tetrastigma Formosanum

Tetrastigma formosanum is a woody, slender liana native to subtropical regions such as Taiwan and the Nansei-shoto islands.

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, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:climber, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hemsley's Rockvine

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

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

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Hemsley's Rockvine
Hemsley's Rockvine detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Vitaceae
Genus:Tetrastigma