Strongylodon juangonzalezii Plant Care
Strongylodon juangonzalezii Hadsall, Alejado & Cajano
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Strongylodon juangonzalezii, commonly called dragon's spine or purple jade vine, is a species of leguminous perennial liana endemic to the tropical forests of the Philippines. It bears a cluster of large flowers that are initially lilac to purple in color, but become a striking blue as they mature.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
65–85°F
50–70%
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How do you care for Strongylodon juangonzalezii?
Water Strongylodon juangonzalezii 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.
Where Is the Strongylodon juangonzalezii Native To?
What Is the Strongylodon juangonzalezii?
Strongylodon juangonzalezii (Strongylodon juangonzalezii) belongs to the Fabaceae family within the Strongylodon genus. Strongylodon juangonzalezii is native to the tropical forests of the Philippines.
Strongylodon juangonzalezii displays a vining, climbing growth habit, reaching up to 15 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Strongylodon juangonzalezii produces showy clusters of vibrant yellow flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Strongylodon juangonzalezii?
Strongylodon juangonzalezii 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 Strongylodon juangonzalezii Need?
Strongylodon juangonzalezii thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Strongylodon juangonzalezii Prefer?
Strongylodon juangonzalezii grows best at temperatures of 65–85°F. Strongylodon juangonzalezii 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 Strongylodon juangonzalezii?
Well-draining, rich loamy soil with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Strongylodon juangonzalezii to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Strongylodon juangonzalezii?
Feed Strongylodon juangonzalezii 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 Strongylodon juangonzalezii?
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 Strongylodon juangonzalezii?
Strongylodon juangonzalezii can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to jade vine plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Strongylodon juangonzalezii Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Strongylodon juangonzalezii, 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 Strongylodon juangonzalezii?
Strongylodon juangonzalezii 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 Strongylodon juangonzalezii Need?
Strongylodon juangonzalezii grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Strongylodon juangonzalezii is native to the tropical forests of the Philippines. In cooler regions, grow Strongylodon juangonzalezii as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Strongylodon juangonzalezii 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 Strongylodon genus — compare its care with other Strongylodon species on PlantoScan.
Strongylodon is part of the Fabaceae plant family — browse all Fabaceae genera and species.
Strongylodon juangonzalezii thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Strongylodon juangonzalezii Hadsall, Alejado & Cajano, family Fabaceae (first published in PhytoKeys 73: 2 (2016)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Strongylodon juangonzalezii, 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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