Dolichos sericeus Plant Care
Dolichos sericeus E.Mey.
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Dolichos sericeus is a perennial climbing or prostrate shrub belonging to the family Fabaceae.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
65–85°F
40–60%
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How do you care for Dolichos sericeus?
Water Dolichos sericeus every 7–10 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 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 4 months during the growing season.
What Is the Dolichos sericeus?
Dolichos sericeus (Dolichos sericeus) belongs to the Fabaceae family within the Dolichos genus.
Dolichos sericeus displays a vining, climbing growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Dolichos sericeus produces showy clusters of pea-like flowers in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Dolichos sericeus?
Dolichos sericeus requires watering every 7–10 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 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Dolichos sericeus Need?
Dolichos sericeus thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Dolichos sericeus Prefer?
Dolichos sericeus grows best at temperatures of 65–85°F. Dolichos sericeus prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Dolichos sericeus?
Well-draining loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Dolichos sericeus to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Dolichos sericeus?
Feed Dolichos sericeus every 4 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 4 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Dolichos sericeus?
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 Dolichos sericeus?
Dolichos sericeus can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.
Is the Dolichos sericeus Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Dolichos sericeus, 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 Dolichos sericeus?
Dolichos sericeus is susceptible to aphids, whiteflies, spider mites. 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 Dolichos sericeus Need?
Dolichos sericeus grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. In cooler regions, grow Dolichos sericeus as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Dolichos sericeus 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 Dolichos genus — compare its care with other Dolichos species on PlantoScan.
Dolichos is part of the Fabaceae plant family — browse all Fabaceae genera and species.
Dolichos sericeus thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Dolichos sericeus E.Mey., family Fabaceae (first published in Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr. : 141 (1836)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Dolichos sericeus, 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.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13b, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- 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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