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Climbing Aganosma Plant Care
Aganosma cymosa (Roxb.) G.Don
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This plant is characterized by its glossy, dark green leaves that emit a sweet fragrance when crushed. Originating from the tropical regions of Asia, Aganosma cymosa is highly sought after by plant collectors for its fragrant blooms and lush foliage, making it a beautiful addition to any indoor garden.
Every 3–7 days
Bright indirect light
60–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Climbing Aganosma?
Water Climbing Aganosma every 3–7 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season. It is reported as toxic to pets, so keep it out of reach of pets.
Where Is the Climbing Aganosma Native To?
What Is the Climbing Aganosma?
Climbing Aganosma (Aganosma cymosa) belongs to the Apocynaceae family within the Aganosma genus. Climbing Aganosma is native to China, Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka, and Indochina. Climbing Aganosma is also known as Chinese perfume vine.
Climbing Aganosma displays a twining vine growth habit, reaching up to 15 ft tall with a spread of approximately 5 ft. Climbing Aganosma produces fragrant white tubular flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Climbing Aganosma?
Aganosma cymosa requires watering every 3–7 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 3–7 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Climbing Aganosma Need?
Climbing Aganosma thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Climbing Aganosma in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Climbing Aganosma Prefer?
Aganosma cymosa grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Climbing Aganosma prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Climbing Aganosma?
Well-draining, rich potting mix with added perlite for drainage. Good drainage is essential for Climbing Aganosma to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Climbing Aganosma?
Feed Climbing Aganosma every 2 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 2 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Climbing Aganosma?
Repot annually in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Climbing Aganosma?
Climbing Aganosma can be propagated through softwood cuttings, air layering. Similar propagation techniques also apply to false yellowhead plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Climbing Aganosma Toxic to Pets and Children?
Toxic (caution)
Reported as toxic in our plant data. Not verified by the ASPCA.
Toxic to humans and pets if ingested
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Climbing Aganosma?
Climbing Aganosma is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, scale insects. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Climbing Aganosma Need?
Climbing Aganosma grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10b – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10b. Climbing Aganosma is native to China, Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka, and Indochina. In cooler regions, grow Climbing Aganosma as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 10b – 12b
Keep exploring plants
Climbing Aganosma is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Aganosma genus — compare its care with other Aganosma species on PlantoScan.
Aganosma is part of the Apocynaceae plant family — browse all Apocynaceae genera and species.
Climbing Aganosma thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Aganosma cymosa (Roxb.) G.Don, family Apocynaceae (first published in Gen. Hist. 4: 77 (1837)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Climbing Aganosma is reported as toxic to pets in our plant data (not verified by the ASPCA), so treat it with caution. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Public domain, CC0 1.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 10b – 12b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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