- Botanical name: Tetrastigma voinierianum
- Common name: Chestnut vine
- Family: Vitaceae
- Plant Type: Climber, Conservatory, House plant, Evergreen
Green
Yellow
Green
- Key features:
- Dramatic foliage
The chestnut vine, Tetrastigma voinierianum, is a tropical evergreen vine native to the rainforests of Vietnam and Laos. Like other species in the Vitaceae (grape) family, it clings to supports with winding tendrils.
In temperate climes, Tetrastigma voinierianum can be grown as a lush houseplant or conservatory plant, greening things up with its large, glossy leaves.
For best results, grow Tetrastigma voinierianum in bright but indirect sunlight in a loam-based compost. Feed with a liquid fertiliser, such as liquid seaweed, each month while it’s in active growth. It will appreciate a regular misting, too. Water regularly while it’s in active growth and cut back in winter.
How to grow Tetrastigma voinierianum
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Plant size
8m height
100cm spread
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Aspect
South facing, east facing, west facing
- Sun exposure: Dappled shade, full shade, partial shade
- Hardiness: Tender
- Soil type: Acidic / clay / heavy / moist / well drained / light / sandy
- Plant care: Avoid strong sunlight, brightspot-not direct sunlight, ideal for a bright conservatory, mist leaves regularly, needs a humid spot/position
Plant calendar
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Plant does not flower in January |
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Plant does not flower in February |
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Plant does not flower in March |
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Plant does not flower in April |
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Plant does not flower in May |
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Plant does flower in June |
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Plant does not flower in August |
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Plant does not flower in September |
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Plant does not flower in October |
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Plant does not flower in November |
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Plant does not flower in December |
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Do not Take cuttings in January |
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Do not Take cuttings in February |
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Do not Take cuttings in March |
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Do not Take cuttings in April |
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Do not Take cuttings in May |
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Do not Take cuttings in June |
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Do Take cuttings in July |
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Do Take cuttings in August |
S
Do not Take cuttings in September |
O
Do not Take cuttings in October |
N
Do not Take cuttings in November |
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Do not Take cuttings in December |
Tetrastigma voinierianum and wildlife
Tetrastigma voinierianum has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Tetrastigma voinierianum poisonous?
Tetrastigma voinierianum has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to Birds
No reported toxicity to Cats
No reported toxicity to Dogs
No reported toxicity to Horses
No reported toxicity to Livestock
No reported toxicity to People
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