Floscopa scandens

Climbing Commelina

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Tropical climbing plant with heart-shaped leaves featuring striking silver veins and delicate blue flowers. Thrives in humidity, ideal for hanging baskets or trellises.
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Plant Details

Common Name Climbing Commelina
Family Commelinaceae
Genus Floscopa
Species Scandens
Origin Vietnam / Southeast Asia
Blooming Summer to Autumn, small blue flowers appear on aerial stems.
Leaf Color Green with silver veins, purple stems
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining peat-based potting mix with perlite or orchid bark for aeration.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Increase humidity by misting or pebble tray.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light; direct sun may scorch variegated leaves. Best in East-facing windows.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer growing season.

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Pruning

Trim leggy growth regularly to maintain shape and encourage bushier vines.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
61° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
45% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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