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Plant Care
Garlic vine
(Mansoa alliacea)
Also Known As
Garlic vine, Tree jasmine, Sambac
About This Plant
Mansoa alliacea is a species of flowering plant in the Bignoniaceae family. It is a woody vine that can grow up to 30 meters long. The plant has a strong garlic-like odor.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Can grow up to 30 meters (98 feet)
Light Requirements
Mansoa alliacea prefers full sun to partial shade.
Humidity Needs
Mansoa alliacea prefers a moderate to high humidity level.
Fertilizing Schedule
The plant requires regular fertilization during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Pruning Guidelines
Pruning should be done in the late winter or early spring before new growth appears. It is necessary to control the size of the vine and to remove any dead or damaged wood.
Common Pests and Diseases
Mansoa alliacea is generally not prone to pests or diseases, but it may be affected by spider mites, mealybugs, and scale insects.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor cultivation
Watering Schedule
The plant prefers moderate watering. It should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch.
Temperature Range
The plant prefers warm temperatures between 20-30°C (68-86°F).
Growing Season
The growing season for Mansoa alliacea is from spring to fall.
Growing Difficulty Level
Mansoa alliacea is considered to be moderately difficult to grow.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Mansoa alliacea is hardy in USDA zones 10-11.
Did You Know?
Mansoa alliacea is commonly used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-rheumatic properties.
