Sigmoidala kityana Plant Care
Sigmoidala kityana (Craib) J.Compton & Schrire
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Sigmoidala is a monotypic genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae, first established in 2019. Its only species is Sigmoidala kityana, native to Myanmar, northern Thailand and Laos.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
60–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Sigmoidala kityana?
Water Sigmoidala kityana every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
What Is the Sigmoidala kityana?
Sigmoidala kityana (Sigmoidala kityana) belongs to the Fabaceae family within the Sigmoidala genus. Sigmoidala kityana is native to Myanmar, northern Thailand and Laos.
Sigmoidala kityana displays a vining, trailing habit growth habit, reaching up to 2.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 4 ft. Sigmoidala kityana produces small clusters of bright yellow pea-like flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Sigmoidala kityana?
Sigmoidala kityana 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 Sigmoidala kityana Need?
Sigmoidala kityana thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Sigmoidala kityana in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Sigmoidala kityana Prefer?
Sigmoidala kityana grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Sigmoidala kityana prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Sigmoidala kityana?
Well-draining loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Sigmoidala kityana to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Sigmoidala kityana?
Feed Sigmoidala kityana 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 Sigmoidala kityana?
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 Sigmoidala kityana?
Sigmoidala kityana can be propagated through seeds, division of root ball.
Is the Sigmoidala kityana Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Sigmoidala kityana, 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 Sigmoidala kityana?
Sigmoidala kityana 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 Sigmoidala kityana Need?
Sigmoidala kityana grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Sigmoidala kityana is native to Myanmar, northern Thailand and Laos. In cooler regions, grow Sigmoidala kityana as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Sigmoidala kityana 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 Sigmoidala genus (family Fabaceae) — search all Sigmoidala species in the plant lookup.
Sigmoidala kityana thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Sigmoidala kityana (Craib) J.Compton & Schrire, family Fabaceae — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Sigmoidala kityana, 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 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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