Bush Clockvine (Thunbergia Erecta) is a perennial shrub in the Acanthaceae 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 safe for cats and dogs.

Thunbergia erecta is a vigorous, woody evergreen shrub native to tropical western Africa, known for its attractive purplish-blue flowers with yellow throats.

Bush Clockvine

Bush Clockvine

Thunbergia Erecta

Thunbergia erecta is a vigorous, woody evergreen shrub native to tropical western Africa, known for its attractive purplish-blue flowers with yellow throats.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bush Clockvine

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:Acanthaceae
Genus:Thunbergia