How to grow and care for Trachelospermum asiaticum var. majus Ohwi
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Trachelospermum asiaticum var. majus Ohwi
Trachelospermum asiaticum var. majus Ohwi 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct light
16C° ~20C°
Every 14 days
Botany Encyclopedia
Genus : Trachelospermum
🏝️ Habitat Conditions
This plant grows in Southeast and Northeast Asia. It thrives in warm and humid environments.
🪨 Soil Mix
When planting, it's best to use well-draining soil. Generally, mix 40% potting soil, 20% bark, 20% leaf mold, 10% perlite, and 10% charcoal. However, you can adjust the ratios based on the situation and environment.
🌡️ Environment
Maintain the temperature between 16-20°C, and ensure it stays above 0°C in winter. Keep humidity between 40-70%. While some types can survive winter outdoors, most cultivated varieties cannot. It's best to bring them indoors during winter.
👀 Characteristics details
Vining plants thrive when supported with a trellis or grown as hanging plants. Regularly prune to prevent the vines from tangling. Most are evergreen, but some varieties display autumn foliage.
☀️ Light
Plants thrive with plenty of light, but they can also grow well with just indirect light.
💧 Water
When the surface soil is dry, water the plant.
🌱 Propagate
It is common to propagate by cutting stems about 10-20 cm long. For propagation: 1. If using water propagation, avoid transparent containers. Place the stem in water, and once roots appear, add hydroponic fertilizer. When roots are 5-7 cm or longer, transfer to soil. 2. For soil propagation, plant deeply in soil without fertilizer. After propagation, avoid exposing the plant to bright light. Gradually increase light exposure to help it adapt to gentle light. Maintain high humidity and keep the temperature between 18-22°C.
🪴 Repot
Repotting in spring every 1-2 years is recommended.
💊 Fertilize
Use fertilizer at the recommended dosage during the spring and summer growing seasons to promote more vigorous growth.
🌺 Flower
The flowering period is in the summer, and the color gradually changes from white to yellow over time. It is characterized by a strong fragrance. To encourage blooming, provide a low temperature that prevents the soil from freezing, allowing the plant to go dormant. After the flowers have wilted, it is advisable to remove the flower stalks.
😵 Toxicity
Be cautious with pets and young children as it is toxic.
water
How to water Trachelospermum asiaticum var. majus Ohwi
How often should I water?
check Trachelospermum asiaticum var. majus Ohwi Every 14 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
The soil should be at least 90% dry before watering again. this means about every 2 weeks in the warm season and about every 4 weeks in the cold season
Signs that it really needs water
leaves look a little wrinkled
Light & Location
How much light does a Trachelospermum asiaticum var. majus Ohwi need?
Bright direct light
Bright indirect light
Grow light
Light preference
Trachelospermum asiaticum var. majus Ohwi likes Bright direct light, Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Houseplants
-15
16~20℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Trachelospermum asiaticum var. majus Ohwi at home, make sure the temperature is 16~20℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
100
Trachelospermum asiaticum var. majus Ohwi prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
The taxonomic classification of Trachelospermum asiaticum var. majus Ohwi is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Magnoliopsida, Order: Gentianales, Family: Apocynaceae, Genus: Trachelospermum, Species: Trachelospermum asiaticum var. majus Ohwi
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Habitat | East Asia |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Trachelospermum |
| Species | Trachelospermum asiaticum var. majus Ohwi |
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