Costa Rican Butterfly Vine

Dalechampia Dioscoreifolia

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Overview

The Costa Rican Butterfly Vine, Dalechampia dioscoreifolia, is a captivating evergreen climber with heart-shaped leaves. It thrives in USDA zones 10-11, reaching 10-15 ft in height and spread. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Remarkable for its purple-bracted flowers resembling butterflies, it blooms year-round, enhancing a tropical-themed landscape. This vine requires moderate water and occasional pruning to maintain its shape and vigor.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 10–11Climate Subtropical

Costa Rican Butterfly Vine (Dalechampia Dioscoreifolia) — is a captivating evergreen climber with heart-shaped leaves

Costa Rican Butterfly Vine (Dalechampia Dioscoreifolia) — It thrives in USDA zones 10-11, reaching 10-15 ft in height and spread

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Euphorbiaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Costa Rican Butterfly Vine (Dalechampia Dioscoreifolia) — is a captivating evergreen climber with heart-shaped leaves

Costa Rican Butterfly Vine (Dalechampia Dioscoreifolia) — It thrives in USDA zones 10-11, reaching 10-15 ft in height and spread

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