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Tiliacora Plant Care
Tiliacora acuminata (Lam.) Miers
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This plant's distinctive feature is its large heart-shaped leaves with prominent veins that are native to Southeast Asia. Plant collectors are drawn to Tiliacora acuminata for its lush, tropical appearance and unique growth habit, making it a sought-after addition to any indoor jungle.
Every 3–5 days
Bright indirect light
70–85°F
60–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Tiliacora?
Water Tiliacora every 3–5 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 70–85°F (21–29°C) and 60–80% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Tiliacora Native To?
What Is the Tiliacora?
Tiliacora (Tiliacora acuminata) belongs to the Menispermaceae family within the Tiliacora genus. Tiliacora is native to the Indian Subcontinent and Indo-China.
Tiliacora displays a climbing vine growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 4 ft. Tiliacora produces small greenish-yellow flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Tiliacora?
Tiliacora acuminata requires watering every 3–5 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 3–5 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Tiliacora Need?
Tiliacora thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Tiliacora in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Tiliacora Prefer?
Tiliacora acuminata grows best at temperatures of 70–85°F. Tiliacora prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
70–85°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Tiliacora?
Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Tiliacora to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Tiliacora?
Feed Tiliacora every 2 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 2 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Tiliacora?
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 Tiliacora?
Tiliacora can be propagated through stem cuttings, air layering. Similar propagation techniques also apply to tiliacora plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Tiliacora Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Tiliacora, 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 Tiliacora?
Tiliacora is susceptible to spider mites, scale insects, mealybugs. 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 Tiliacora Need?
Tiliacora grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10b – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10b. Tiliacora is native to the Indian Subcontinent and Indo-China. In cooler regions, grow Tiliacora as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 10b – 12b
Keep exploring plants
Tiliacora 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 Tiliacora genus — compare its care with other Tiliacora species on PlantoScan.
Tiliacora is part of the Menispermaceae plant family — browse all Menispermaceae genera and species.
Tiliacora thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Tiliacora Species
Other Tiliacora species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Tiliacora acuminata (Lam.) Miers, family Menispermaceae (first published in Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist. , ser. 2, 7: 39 (1851)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Tiliacora, 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.
- Photo: renjus box, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 10b – 12b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- 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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