Clerodendrum Thomsoniae P150《龙吐珠》A1R

🌺 Why You’ll Love Clerodendrum thomsoniae:

• Unique red-and-white flowers that bloom prolifically

• Ideal for vertical gardens, hanging baskets, or fences

• A tropical statement plant that draws attention

🌺 Clerodendrum thomsoniae (Bleeding Heart Vine) – Care Guide

Clerodendrum thomsoniae, commonly known as the Bleeding Heart Vine, is a fast-growing tropical climber loved for its striking two-tone flowers: bright red corollas emerging from white or pale green calyxes. These showy blooms resemble a “bleeding heart,” and the plant is often used for trellises, hanging baskets, and sunny patios.

☀️ Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light to full sun.

• Indoors: place near a bright window with some filtered sunlight.

• Outdoors: morning sun and afternoon shade is ideal.

• Too little light = sparse blooms; too much direct sun = scorched leaves.

💧 Watering

• Keep soil consistently moist, but not soggy.

• Water thoroughly when the top 2–3 cm (1 inch) of soil feels dry.

• Reduce watering slightly during dormancy (usually in winter).

🌱 Soil

• Grows best in rich, well-draining soil.

• A mix of loam, peat, and perlite or sand works well.

• Avoid waterlogged conditions.

💦 Humidity

• Thrives in moderate to high humidity.

• Mist occasionally in dry environments or use a humidity tray if grown indoors.

🌡️ Temperature

• Ideal range: 18–29°C (65–85°F).

• Frost-sensitive – protect from temperatures below 10°C (50°F).

• In cooler climates, grow as a container plant and overwinter indoors.

🍃 Fertilizer

• Feed every 2–3 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

• Reduce feeding in autumn and winter.

✂️ Pruning & Training

• Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.

• Can be trained to climb trellises or grown as a sprawling bush or hanging vine.

• Pinch growing tips to encourage branching.

🌸 Blooming

• Blooms repeatedly from spring to fall under ideal conditions.

• May have a light dormancy in winter with reduced blooming.

✅ Landscape & Display Ideas

• Stunning on arches, trellises, balcony railings, or in hanging baskets.

• Can be grown as an indoor houseplant with proper light and humidity.

⚠️ Note:

Toxic if ingested – keep away from pets and children.

Add passion and elegance to your garden with the cascading beauty of Clerodendrum thomsoniae—a flowering vine that truly steals the show.