Overview
Muehlenbeckia ephedroides var. muricatula is a bushy climber wall shrub in the genus Muehlenbeckia, part of the Polygonaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Muehlenbeckia ephedroides var. muricatula grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include coastal, low maintenance, flower borders and beds and hedging and screens.
About
Muehlenbeckia ephedroides, the leafless pohuehue or leafless muehlenbeckia, is a prostrate or climbing plant native to New Zealand.
About the genus
Muehlenbeckia or maidenhair is a genus of flowering plants in the family Polygonaceae. It is native to the borders of the Pacific, including South and North America, Papua New Guinea and Australasia. It has been introduced elsewhere, including Europe.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Muehlenbeckia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Muehlenbeckia ephedroides var. muricatula size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds, Hedging and screens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Muehlenbeckia ephedroides var. muricatula
- Propagation
- Sowing seed at 21°C as soon as ripe; semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Muehlenbeckia ephedroides var. muricatula?
Muehlenbeckia ephedroides var. muricatula prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Muehlenbeckia ephedroides var. muricatula need?
Muehlenbeckia ephedroides var. muricatula is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Muehlenbeckia ephedroides var. muricatula hardy in the UK?
Muehlenbeckia ephedroides var. muricatula 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 Muehlenbeckia ephedroides var. muricatula?
Sowing seed at 21°C as soon as ripe; semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in summer.
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