Cobaea scandens

Cobaea scandens

Native to:
Mexico | Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Polemoniaceae
Genus:
Cobaea
Species:
Cobaea scandens

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Vine
Height:
800 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jul,aug,sep,oct,nov
Bloom Colors:
purple, white, green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, hummingbirds
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
14–28 days
Notes:
Sow seeds on edge in warm soil. Germination improves with pre-soaking for 12-24 hours.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society