Trichosanthes hosokawae
Trichosanthes hosokawae
This extremely rare Caroline Islands endemic cucumber vine requires specialized tropical greenhouse conditions with high humidity and warm temperatures year-round. It needs consistent moisture and filtered light, making it suitable only for advanced collectors with controlled environments. Not commercially available and requires expert-level care.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 240″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
36″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Water Thoroughly Until Soil Is Evenly Moist, Maintain Consistent Humidity
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-10° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 120″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.