Millettia reticulata

Purple Millettia

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A vigorous climbing vine native to Asia, known for striking purple pea-like flowers and compound foliage. Requires support and high light.
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Plant Details

Common Name Purple Millettia
Family Fabaceae
Genus Millettia
Species Reticulata
Origin China
Blooming Spring to Summer, purple flowers
Leaf Color green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter

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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist during growing season, reduce watering in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun to partial shade for optimal flowering performance

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth phase

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Pruning

Prune heavily after flowering to control size and shape vine structure

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Thrip

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
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
5000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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