Overview

Solandra maxima is a plant with a climbing vine habit in the genus Solandra, part of the Solanaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Solandra maxima grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include climbers, trellises, fences and pergolas.

About

Solandra maxima, commonly known as golden chalice vine, is an evergreen climbing vine from the Solanaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and average moisture. Hardy to UK zone H4, this vine is well suited for growing on climbers, trellises, fences, and pergolas. It is best propagated by semi-woody cuttings and is particularly attractive during the spring and summer seasons.

About the genus

Solandra is a genus of flowering plants in the nightshade family, Solanaceae. It is named after the Swedish naturalist Daniel C. Solander.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Solandra

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Average

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Solandra maxima size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Climbing vine

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Climbers, trellises, fences, pergolas

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Solandra maxima

Propagation

Semi-woody cuttings

Pest resistance

Aphids, mealybugs, mites

Disease resistance

Powdery mildew, downy mildew

Frequently asked questions