Ipomoea beraviensis Plant Care
Stictocardia beraviensis (Vatke) Hallier f.
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This tropical vine boasts large heart-shaped leaves with vibrant green coloration and maroon undersides. Originating from Africa, Stictocardia beraviensis is highly sought after by plant collectors for its unique foliage and beautiful flowers, making it a standout addition to any collection.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
65–85°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Ipomoea beraviensis?
Water Ipomoea beraviensis 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 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 4 months during the growing season. It is reported as toxic to pets, so keep it out of reach of pets.
Where Is the Ipomoea beraviensis Native To?
What Is the Ipomoea beraviensis?
Ipomoea beraviensis (Stictocardia beraviensis) belongs to the Convolvulaceae family within the Stictocardia genus. Ipomoea beraviensis is native to West Africa and Madagascar and widely cultivated else. Ipomoea beraviensis is also known as Stictocardia tiliifolia.
Ipomoea beraviensis displays a vining perennial growth habit, reaching up to 10 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Ipomoea beraviensis produces large trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of red, orange, or pink.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Ipomoea beraviensis?
Stictocardia beraviensis 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 Ipomoea beraviensis Need?
Ipomoea beraviensis thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Ipomoea beraviensis Prefer?
Stictocardia beraviensis grows best at temperatures of 65–85°F. Ipomoea beraviensis prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Ipomoea beraviensis?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Ipomoea beraviensis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Ipomoea beraviensis?
Feed Ipomoea beraviensis 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 Ipomoea beraviensis?
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 Ipomoea beraviensis?
Ipomoea beraviensis can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.
Is the Ipomoea beraviensis Toxic to Pets and Children?
Toxic (caution)
Reported as toxic in our plant data. Not verified by the ASPCA.
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 Ipomoea beraviensis?
Ipomoea beraviensis 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 Ipomoea beraviensis Need?
Ipomoea beraviensis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Ipomoea beraviensis is native to West Africa and Madagascar and widely cultivated else. In cooler regions, grow Ipomoea beraviensis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Ipomoea beraviensis 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 Stictocardia genus — compare its care with other Stictocardia species on PlantoScan.
Stictocardia is part of the Convolvulaceae plant family — browse all Convolvulaceae genera and species.
Ipomoea beraviensis thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Stictocardia beraviensis (Vatke) Hallier f., family Convolvulaceae (first published in Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 18: 159 (1893)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Ipomoea beraviensis 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 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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