None known Plant Care
Periploca calophylla var. mucronata P.T.Li
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The Periploca calophylla var. mucronata is easily recognized by its glossy, dark green leaves with prominent veins. Originating from South Africa, this rare plant is highly sought after by collectors for its unique foliage and ability to thrive in warm climates.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–80°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for None known?
Water None known 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 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season. It is reported as toxic to pets, so keep it out of reach of pets.
What Is the None known?
None known (Periploca calophylla var. mucronata) belongs to the Apocynaceae family within the Periploca genus. None known is native to Mediterranean region.
None known displays a twining vine or shrub with woody stems growth habit, reaching up to 10 ft tall with a spread of approximately 5 ft. None known produces small, greenish-yellow flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a None known?
Periploca calophylla var. mucronata 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 None known Need?
None known thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the None known Prefer?
Periploca calophylla var. mucronata grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. None known prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a None known?
Well-draining loamy soil mix with added perlite for improved drainage. Good drainage is essential for None known to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a None known?
Feed None known 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 None known?
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 None known?
None known can be propagated through propagation by seeds or stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to silk vine plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the None known 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 None known?
None known is susceptible to aphids, scale insects, 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 None known Need?
None known grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. None known is native to Mediterranean region. In cooler regions, grow None known as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
None known 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 Periploca genus — compare its care with other Periploca species on PlantoScan.
Periploca is part of the Apocynaceae plant family — browse all Apocynaceae genera and species.
None known thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Periploca calophylla var. mucronata P.T.Li, family Apocynaceae (first published in Acta Phytotax. Sin. 23: 467 (1985)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: None known 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.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13a, 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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