Gynostemma pentaphyllum

Southern Ginseng / Jiaogulan

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Perennial climbing vine from East Asia, known as Southern Ginseng for its adaptogenic properties. Lobed leaves with five leaflets; tolerates partial shade and high humidity.
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Plant Details

Common Name Southern Ginseng / Jiaogulan
Family Cucurbitaceae
Genus Gynostemma
Species Pentaphyllum
Origin China
Blooming Small greenish-white umbels in summer; often grown for its foliage.
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining loam mixed with organic compost and perlite

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; high humidity preferred for foliage

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers partial shade to dappled sunlight; direct hot sun may scorch leaves indoors

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during active growing season

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Pruning

Pinch tips to encourage bushiness, trim vines regularly to manage spread

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Whitefly

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 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
54° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
45% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 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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