Three Kings Tecoma Plant Care
Tecomanthe speciosa W.R.B.Oliv.
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Tecomanthe speciosa is a species of subtropical forest lianes. A single specimen was first discovered on Manawatāwhi / Three Kings Islands, 55 km (34 mi) off the northern tip of New Zealand, during a scientific survey in 1945.
Every 7–14 days
Partial to full sun
60–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Three Kings Tecoma?
Water Three Kings Tecoma every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it partial to full sun. It prefers temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
What Is the Three Kings Tecoma?
Three Kings Tecoma (Tecomanthe speciosa) belongs to the Bignoniaceae family within the Tecomanthe genus. Three Kings Tecoma is also known as Three Kings Island Tecoma.
Three Kings Tecoma displays a climbing vine growth habit, reaching up to 10 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Three Kings Tecoma produces tubular flowers in shades of pink, red, or white.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Three Kings Tecoma?
Tecomanthe speciosa 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 Three Kings Tecoma Need?
Three Kings Tecoma thrives in partial to full sun.
Light Requirement
Partial to full sun
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Three Kings Tecoma Prefer?
Tecomanthe speciosa grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Three Kings Tecoma prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Three Kings Tecoma?
Well-draining, rich soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Three Kings Tecoma to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Three Kings Tecoma?
Feed Three Kings Tecoma 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
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
How Do You Repot a Three Kings Tecoma?
Repot every 2-3 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 Three Kings Tecoma?
Three Kings Tecoma can be propagated through softwood cuttings, layering. Similar propagation techniques also apply to vineger tree plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Three Kings Tecoma Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Three Kings Tecoma, 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 Three Kings Tecoma?
Three Kings Tecoma is susceptible to aphids, scale insects. 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 Three Kings Tecoma Need?
Three Kings Tecoma grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. In cooler regions, grow Three Kings Tecoma as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Three Kings Tecoma 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 Tecomanthe genus — compare its care with other Tecomanthe species on PlantoScan.
Tecomanthe is part of the Bignoniaceae plant family — browse all Bignoniaceae genera and species.
Three Kings Tecoma thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Tecomanthe speciosa W.R.B.Oliv., family Bignoniaceae (first published in Rec. Auckland Inst. Mus. 3: 233 (1948)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Three Kings Tecoma, 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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