Overview
Adenia glauca is a plant with a climbing vine, caudiciform habit in the genus Adenia, part of the Passifloraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Adenia glauca grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include container planting and indoor cultivation.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Adenia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Adenia glauca size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Climbing vine, Caudiciform
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Container planting, Indoor cultivation
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Adenia glauca
- Propagation
- Seed, Stem cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Adenia glauca?
Adenia glauca prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Adenia glauca need?
Adenia glauca grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Adenia glauca hardy in the UK?
Adenia glauca has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Adenia glauca?
Seed, Stem cuttings.
