Blue Trumpet Vine
(Meyenia hawtayneana)
Blue Trumpet Vine (Meyenia hawtayneana)
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Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Simi Valley, California
This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
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• Precipitation | 27" - 65" | 16" | You should be able to grow this plant with no additional irrigation. | Excellent |
• High Temp. | 97°F - 98°F | 90°F | OK, but your summers are milder than normal for this plant | OK |
• Low Temp. | 57°F - 61°F | 42°F | Your winter temperatures may be too cold for this plant | Too cold |
This plant may not grow well at your location - your winters are too cold.
Summary
Meyenia hawtayneana, commonly known as Blue Trumpet Vine, is a perennial liana native to tropical forests and woodland edges in South and Southeast Asia, including India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, and Vietnam. This species often climbs trees and shrubs to reach sunlight. It can grow to a considerable length, with stems that are woody at the base and herbaceous above. The Blue Trumpet Vine is known for its striking blue flowers, which bloom in clusters throughout the warm season, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
The Blue Trumpet Vine is valued for its ornamental flowers and its ability to cover trellises and fences quickly, providing a lush, tropical feel to gardens. It is used in cultivation primarily for vertical interest in landscapes and as a natural screen. In terms of care, it requires a well-draining soil, regular watering, and thrives in full sun to partial shade conditions. While it is not known for severe pest or disease problems, it can become invasive if not managed properly, and its vigorous growth may require regular pruning to keep it in check. It is not commonly found in cultivation outside its native range, but where it is grown, gardeners should be aware of its potential to spread.CC BY-SA 4.0
The Blue Trumpet Vine is valued for its ornamental flowers and its ability to cover trellises and fences quickly, providing a lush, tropical feel to gardens. It is used in cultivation primarily for vertical interest in landscapes and as a natural screen. In terms of care, it requires a well-draining soil, regular watering, and thrives in full sun to partial shade conditions. While it is not known for severe pest or disease problems, it can become invasive if not managed properly, and its vigorous growth may require regular pruning to keep it in check. It is not commonly found in cultivation outside its native range, but where it is grown, gardeners should be aware of its potential to spread.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height: 4-6 feet
- Width: 3-5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Blue
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Butterfly Garden, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant
Natural Habitat
Tropical forests and woodland edges
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: Meyenia hawtayneana, Thunbergia caerulea, Thunbergia caerulea, Thunbergia coerulea, Thunbergia coerulea, Thunbergia cordifolia, Thunbergia erecta, Thunbergia hawtayneana, Thunbergia hawtaynii
GBIF Accepted Name: Meyenia hawtayneana