Overview
Holboellia latifolia is a vigorous evergreen climbing shrubs evergreen climbing shrub in the genus Holboellia, part of the Lardizabalaceae family, with evergreen, leathery, palmate leaves foliage. It typically grows around 4-8 metres tall and 2.5-4 metres wide. Holboellia latifolia grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include walls, fences and pergolas. It is native to Assam, Bangladesh, China South-Central, East Himalaya, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Tibet and West Himalaya.
About
Holboellia latifolia, commonly known as the broad-leaved sausage vine, is a vigorous evergreen climbing shrub in the family Lardizabalaceae. It features leathery, palmate evergreen leaves and can grow to a height of 4 to 8 metres with a spread of 2.5 to 4 metres. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade on south- or west-facing, sheltered aspects, preferring moist but well-drained neutral loam soil. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for growing against walls, fences, or pergolas, with interest in both spring and winter seasons.
Wikipedia contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0 — Stauntonia latifolia
About the genus
Stauntonia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Lardizabalaceae. It is named after George Staunton, who brought it to Britain from China in the 19th century.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Holboellia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Holboellia latifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Evergreen climbing shrub
- Habit
- Vigorous evergreen climbing shrubs
- Foliage
- Evergreen, leathery, palmate leaves
- Height
- 4-8 metres
- Spread
- 2.5-4 metres
- Suggested uses
- Walls, fences, pergolas
- Native to
- Assam, Bangladesh, China South-Central, East Himalaya, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Tibet, West Himalaya
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Holboellia latifolia
- Cultivation
- Thrives in full sun or partial shade on sheltered south- or west-facing aspects; prefers moist but well-drained neutral loam soil; hardy to UK zone H4
- Pruning
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and control growth
- Propagation
- Seed, Layering, Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Holboellia latifolia?
Thrives in full sun or partial shade on sheltered south- or west-facing aspects; prefers moist but well-drained neutral loam soil; hardy to UK zone H4.
Where is the best place to plant Holboellia latifolia?
Holboellia latifolia prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Holboellia latifolia need?
Holboellia latifolia grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Holboellia latifolia?
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and control growth.
How big does Holboellia latifolia grow?
Holboellia latifolia reaches a height of 4-8 metres and a spread of 2.5-4 metres.
Is Holboellia latifolia hardy in the UK?
Holboellia latifolia has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Holboellia latifolia?
Seed, Layering, Semi-hardwood cuttings.