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Plant Care
Puncture vine
(Tribulus cistoides)
Also Known As
Puncture vine, Cat's head, Golden vine
About This Plant
Tribulus cistoides is a small, herbaceous annual plant that belongs to the Zygophyllaceae family. Its stems are thin and prostrate, and its leaves are small, pinnately compound and grey-green in color. The flowers are small and yellow, and the fruit is a spiny capsule that contains four to five seeds.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Height: 6-12 inches (15-30 cm), Spread: 12-24 inches (30-60 cm)
Light Requirements
Tribulus cistoides requires full sun to grow properly. It should be placed in a location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
Humidity Needs
Tribulus cistoides can tolerate a wide range of humidity levels, but it prefers dry air.
Fertilizing Schedule
Tribulus cistoides does not require regular fertilization. However, a light application of a balanced fertilizer in the spring can help promote growth.
Pruning Guidelines
This plant does not require pruning, but it can be trimmed back in the fall to prevent it from becoming too leggy.
Common Pests and Diseases
Tribulus cistoides is relatively pest-free, but it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered.
Indoor Size Range
N/A
Watering Schedule
This plant is drought-tolerant and does not require frequent watering. It should be watered deeply once a week during the growing season and less frequently during the winter months.
Temperature Range
This plant can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and is suitable for growing in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. It prefers warm temperatures and does not tolerate frost.
Growing Season
Tribulus cistoides grows during the summer months and goes dormant in the winter.
Growing Difficulty Level
Tribulus cistoides is an easy plant to grow and maintain, making it a great choice for novice gardeners.
USDA Hardiness Zones
USDA hardiness zones 9-11
Did You Know?
Tribulus cistoides is also known as the 'puncture vine' because its spiny fruit capsules can puncture bicycle tires and other rubber objects that come into contact with them.
