Bai Ya Nang Plant Care
Tiliacora dielsiana Hutch. & Dalziel
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Tiliacora dielsiana is a unique vine with large, heart-shaped leaves that have a vibrant green color and prominent veining. Originating from Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand and Vietnam, this plant is sought after by enthusiasts for its striking foliage and easy care requirements.
Every 5–7 days
Bright indirect light
65–85°F
60–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Bai Ya Nang?
Water Bai Ya Nang every 5–7 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 65–85°F (18–29°C) and 60–80% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
What Is the Bai Ya Nang?
Bai Ya Nang (Tiliacora dielsiana) belongs to the Menispermaceae family within the Tiliacora genus. Bai Ya Nang is native to Thailand, Vietnam. Bai Ya Nang is also known as Yanang.
Bai Ya Nang displays a climbing vine growth habit, reaching up to 10 ft tall with a spread of approximately 6 ft. Bai Ya Nang produces small greenish-yellow flowers in clusters.
How Often Should You Water a Bai Ya Nang?
Tiliacora dielsiana requires watering every 5–7 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 5–7 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Bai Ya Nang Need?
Bai Ya Nang thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Bai Ya Nang in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Bai Ya Nang Prefer?
Tiliacora dielsiana grows best at temperatures of 65–85°F. Bai Ya Nang prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Bai Ya Nang?
Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Bai Ya Nang to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Bai Ya Nang?
Feed Bai Ya Nang 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 Bai Ya Nang?
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 Bai Ya Nang?
Bai Ya Nang can be propagated through stem cuttings, air layering.
Is the Bai Ya Nang Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Bai Ya Nang, 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 Bai Ya Nang?
Bai Ya Nang 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 Bai Ya Nang Need?
Bai Ya Nang grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10b – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10b. Bai Ya Nang is native to Thailand, Vietnam. In cooler regions, grow Bai Ya Nang as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 10b – 12b
Keep exploring plants
Bai Ya Nang 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.
Bai Ya Nang thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Tiliacora dielsiana Hutch. & Dalziel, family Menispermaceae (first published in Fl. W. Trop. Afr. 1: 71 (1927)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Bai Ya Nang, 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 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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