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Description
Hedera Colchica Sulphur Heart, also known as Persian Ivy, is an evergreen ivy plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It is a low-maintenance plant that can grow up to 50 feet long if left untrimmed. The plant features large, heart-shaped leaves that are bright green in color with yellow-green veins. As the leaves mature, they turn to a deep green. The plant produces small, greenish-yellow flowers in the fall, followed by black berries.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota ||——–|———–|| Kingdom | Plantae || Phylum | Spermatophyta || Class | Magnoliopsida || Order | Apiales || Family | Araliaceae || Genus | Hedera |
Appearance
Hedera Colchica Sulphur Heart is a stunning plant with large, heart-shaped leaves that can grow up to 8 inches in length. The leaves are bright green with yellow-green veins and a slightly glossy texture. The plant has a vigorous growth habit and can climb walls, fences, and trees if given support.
Care Guide
Hedera Colchica Sulphur Heart is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips for keeping your plant healthy:- Water: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Water the plant when the top inch of soil is dry.- Fertilization: Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.- Soil: Plant the ivy in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.- Sunlight: The plant prefers partial to full shade but can tolerate some sun.- Hardiness Zones: Hedera Colchica Sulphur Heart is hardy in USDA zones 6-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Hedera Colchica Sulphur Heart is relatively pest and disease-resistant, but it can be susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, and scale insects. To prevent these pests, keep the plant well-watered and avoid over-fertilizing. The plant can also be prone to root rot if the soil is too wet.
Habitat
Hedera Colchica Sulphur Heart is native to the Caucasus region, where it grows in forests and on rocky slopes. The plant prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial to full shade. It can also tolerate some sun.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water my Hedera Colchica Sulphur Heart plant?
A: Water the plant when the top inch of soil is dry.Q: What are the hardiness zones for Hedera Colchica Sulphur Heart?
A: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 6-9.Q: What pests can affect Hedera Colchica Sulphur Heart?
A: Spider mites, mealybugs, and scale insects can affect the plant.Q: What is the growth habit of Hedera Colchica Sulphur Heart?
A: The plant has a vigorous growth habit and can climb walls, fences, and trees if given support.
Related Plants
– Hedera Helix (English Ivy)- Hedera Hibernica (Irish Ivy)- Hedera Nepalensis (Himalayan Ivy)
References
– “Hedera Colchica ‘Sulphur Heart’.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed August 5, 2021. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=281208&isprofile=1&basic=Hedera%20colchica.- “Persian Ivy.” The Spruce. Accessed August 5, 2021. https://www.thespruce.com/persian-ivy-hedera-colchica-2132824.- “Hedera Colchica.” Plant Care Today. Accessed August 5, 2021. https://plantcaretoday.com/hedera-colchica.html.
