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Wedgeleaf sweetwood Plant Care
Argyreia cuneata Ker Gawl.
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With large, heart-shaped leaves that are covered in silvery-white hairs, this plant originates from the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. Plant collectors are drawn to Argyreia cuneata for its unique foliage and the striking contrast provided by the silver coloring against the deep green leaves.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
65–85°F
60–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Wedgeleaf sweetwood?
Water Wedgeleaf sweetwood 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 65–85°F (18–29°C) and 60–80% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season. It is reported as toxic to pets, so keep it out of reach of pets.
Where Is the Wedgeleaf sweetwood Native To?
What Is the Wedgeleaf sweetwood?
Wedgeleaf sweetwood (Argyreia cuneata) belongs to the Convolvulaceae family within the Argyreia genus. Wedgeleaf sweetwood is native to the Indian subcontinent.
Wedgeleaf sweetwood displays a vining, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 3 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Wedgeleaf sweetwood produces showy trumpet-shaped flowers in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Wedgeleaf sweetwood?
Argyreia cuneata 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 Wedgeleaf sweetwood Need?
Wedgeleaf sweetwood thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Wedgeleaf sweetwood Prefer?
Argyreia cuneata grows best at temperatures of 65–85°F. Wedgeleaf sweetwood prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Wedgeleaf sweetwood?
Well-draining, fertile soil with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Wedgeleaf sweetwood to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Wedgeleaf sweetwood?
Feed Wedgeleaf sweetwood 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
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How Do You Repot a Wedgeleaf sweetwood?
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 Wedgeleaf sweetwood?
Wedgeleaf sweetwood can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to hawaiian woodrose plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Wedgeleaf sweetwood Toxic to Pets and Children?
Toxic (caution)
Reported as toxic in our plant data. Not verified by the ASPCA.
Toxic to humans and pets
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 Wedgeleaf sweetwood?
Wedgeleaf sweetwood is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. 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 Wedgeleaf sweetwood Need?
Wedgeleaf sweetwood grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10a – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10a. Wedgeleaf sweetwood is native to the Indian subcontinent. In cooler regions, grow Wedgeleaf sweetwood as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 10a – 12b
Keep exploring plants
Wedgeleaf sweetwood 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 Argyreia genus — compare its care with other Argyreia species on PlantoScan.
Argyreia is part of the Convolvulaceae plant family — browse all Convolvulaceae genera and species.
Wedgeleaf sweetwood thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Argyreia cuneata Ker Gawl., family Convolvulaceae (first published in Bot. Reg. 8: t. 661 (1822)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Wedgeleaf sweetwood 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 10a – 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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