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Climbing Stephanotis Plant Care
Aganosma cymosa var. elegans (G.Don) Hook.f.
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Aganosma cymosa var. elegans is a stunning tropical vine known for its glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers. Native to Southeast Asia, this plant is popular among enthusiasts for its elegant appearance and ability to climb and cascade beautifully in indoor spaces.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect light
65–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Climbing Stephanotis?
Water Climbing Stephanotis every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°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.
What Is the Climbing Stephanotis?
Climbing Stephanotis (Aganosma cymosa var. elegans) belongs to the Apocynaceae family within the Aganosma genus. Climbing Stephanotis is native to Southeast Asia.
Climbing Stephanotis displays a twining vine growth habit, reaching up to 10 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Climbing Stephanotis produces fragrant white tubular flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 5 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Climbing Stephanotis?
Aganosma cymosa var. elegans requires watering every 7–14 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 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Climbing Stephanotis Need?
Climbing Stephanotis thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Climbing Stephanotis 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 Stephanotis Prefer?
Aganosma cymosa var. elegans grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Climbing Stephanotis prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Climbing Stephanotis?
Well-draining, rich potting mix with added perlite for drainage. Good drainage is essential for Climbing Stephanotis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Climbing Stephanotis?
Feed Climbing Stephanotis 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 Stephanotis?
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 Stephanotis?
Climbing Stephanotis can be propagated through softwood cuttings, air layering.
Is the Climbing Stephanotis 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 Stephanotis?
Climbing Stephanotis 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 Stephanotis Need?
Climbing Stephanotis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10b – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10b. Climbing Stephanotis is native to Southeast Asia. In cooler regions, grow Climbing Stephanotis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 10b – 12b
Keep exploring plants
Climbing Stephanotis 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 (family Apocynaceae) — search all Aganosma species in the plant lookup.
Climbing Stephanotis thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Aganosma cymosa var. elegans (G.Don) Hook.f., family Apocynaceae (first published in Fl. Brit. India 3: 665 (1882)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Climbing Stephanotis 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: AI-generated illustration (labelled on the image).
- 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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