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Bermuda Butterfly Pea Plant Care
Antenoron filiforme (Thunb.) Roberty & Vautier
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This plant's slender, needle-like leaves give it a delicate appearance, making it a standout in any collection. Originating from the rocky slopes of the Himalayas, Antenoron filiforme's unique texture and subtle green color make it a sought-after addition for plant collectors looking for something truly unique.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–75°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Bermuda Butterfly Pea?
Water Bermuda Butterfly Pea every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the Bermuda Butterfly Pea Native To?
What Is the Bermuda Butterfly Pea?
Bermuda Butterfly Pea (Antenoron filiforme) belongs to the Polygonaceae family within the Antenoron genus. Bermuda Butterfly Pea is native to the Kuril Islands, Japan, Korea, Myanmar, the Philippines and Vietnam. Bermuda Butterfly Pea is also known as Butterfly Pea.
Bermuda Butterfly Pea displays a low rosette, clumping growth habit, reaching up to 1 ft tall with a spread of approximately . Bermuda Butterfly Pea produces small, inconspicuous flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Bermuda Butterfly Pea?
Antenoron filiforme 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 Bermuda Butterfly Pea Need?
Bermuda Butterfly Pea thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Bermuda Butterfly Pea Prefer?
Antenoron filiforme grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Bermuda Butterfly Pea prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Bermuda Butterfly Pea?
Well-draining sandy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Bermuda Butterfly Pea to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Bermuda Butterfly Pea?
Feed Bermuda Butterfly Pea every month 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 month
During the growing season
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
How Do You Repot a Bermuda Butterfly Pea?
Repot every 2-3 years in early 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 Bermuda Butterfly Pea?
Bermuda Butterfly Pea can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets.
Is the Bermuda Butterfly Pea Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Bermuda Butterfly Pea, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
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 Bermuda Butterfly Pea?
Bermuda Butterfly Pea 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 Bermuda Butterfly Pea Need?
Bermuda Butterfly Pea grows outdoors in USDA Zone 4a – 8b. It survives winters down to planting zone 4a. Bermuda Butterfly Pea is native to the Kuril Islands, Japan, Korea, Myanmar, the Philippines and Vietnam.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4a – 8b
Keep exploring plants
Bermuda Butterfly Pea 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 Antenoron genus (family Polygonaceae) — search all Antenoron species in the plant lookup.
Bermuda Butterfly Pea thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Antenoron filiforme (Thunb.) Roberty & Vautier, family Polygonaceae (first published in Boissiera 10: 35 (1964)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Bermuda Butterfly Pea, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Elissa Totin, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 4a – 8b, 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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