Erblichia odorata Plant Care
Erblichia odorata Seem.
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Erblichia odorata is the sole member of the monotypic genus Erblichia. It is colloquially known as Butterfly tree or Flor de Mayo.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect to partial shade
65–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Erblichia odorata?
Water Erblichia odorata every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
What Is the Erblichia odorata?
Erblichia odorata (Erblichia odorata) belongs to the Passifloraceae family within the Erblichia genus.
Erblichia odorata displays a vining, climbing shrub growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Erblichia odorata produces showy, colorful blooms with intricate patterns.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Erblichia odorata?
Erblichia odorata 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 Erblichia odorata Need?
Erblichia odorata thrives in bright indirect to partial shade. Avoid placing Erblichia odorata in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Erblichia odorata Prefer?
Erblichia odorata grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Erblichia odorata 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 Erblichia odorata?
Well-draining, rich loamy soil with added organic matter like compost. Good drainage is essential for Erblichia odorata to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Erblichia odorata?
Feed Erblichia odorata every 6 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 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Erblichia odorata?
Repot every 1-2 years 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 Erblichia odorata?
Erblichia odorata can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.
Is the Erblichia odorata Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Erblichia odorata, 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 Erblichia odorata?
Erblichia odorata 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 Erblichia odorata Need?
Erblichia odorata grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. In cooler regions, grow Erblichia odorata as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Erblichia odorata 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 Erblichia genus — compare its care with other Erblichia species on PlantoScan.
Erblichia is part of the Passifloraceae plant family — browse all Passifloraceae genera and species.
Erblichia odorata thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Erblichia odorata Seem., family Passifloraceae (first published in Bot. Voy. Herald : 130 (1854)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Erblichia odorata, 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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