Ivy gourd
Coccinia grandis
Ivy gourd is a vigorous tropical vine that produces bright red edible fruits and thrives in warm, humid climates with partial shade to full sun. Provide a sturdy trellis or support structure as it climbs quickly and can spread extensively. Regular pruning is recommended to keep growth manageable and encourage better fruit production.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
36″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Water Consistently To Keep Soil Moist But Not Waterlogged, Especially During Fruiting
Temperature
60° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Mar 18, 2016 by Hugo SANTACREU (cc-by-sa)
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