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Teddy Bear Vine (Cyanotis beddomei)

Cyanotis beddomei, the Teddy Bear Vine, is a trailing plant with fuzzy, succulent-like leaves and purple flowers, popular as a houseplant.

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Sunlight

Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Allow to drain thoroughly.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend, is recommended to prevent water retention.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun.

Can tolerate lower light but may become leggy.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Allow to drain thoroughly.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend, is recommended to prevent water retention.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C.

Avoid temperatures below 10°C.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.

Do not fertilize in fall and winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Vine, Creeper

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Hanging, Pot

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.15-0.3 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Purple

Leaf Type

Succulent

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

5000

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Synonyms
Belosynapsis kewensis Hassk.
Cyanotis kewoides Christenh. & Byng
Erythrotis beddomei Hook.f.
Tonningia kewensis (C.B.Clarke) Kuntze
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderCommelinales
  • familyCommelinaceae
  • genusCyanotis
  • speciesCyanotis beddomei
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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