Ercilla volubilis
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A self-clinging climber growing as a dense mass of slender, very leafy stems, to 6m. Flowers are small, purplish white, borne in dense, stalkless spikes to 3.5cm long
Scientific classification
- Species
- Ercilla volubilis (Ercilla volubilis)
- Genus
- Ercilla
- Family
- Phytolaccaceae
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- Toxicity
- Climber Wall Shrub
- Plant type
- 4-8 metres
- Height
- 4-8 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Climbing
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Ercilla volubilis
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Ercilla volubilis
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Ercilla volubilis care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningRoutine pruning is unnecessary; shorten overlong shoots to fit the available space. Prune after flowering has finished.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer, or layer in early spring
Growing
GrowingGrow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade, with protection from cold, drying winds. Tie in to a support until the adhesive roots become established and can support the mature plant
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease free
Pests
scale insects may be a problem if grown under glass
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