Gynostemma pentaphyllum Sweet tea vine (Cucurbitaceae)

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Gynostemma pentaphyllum
Sweet tea vine
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The Gynostemma pentaphyllum plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan, Korea. It is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Sweet tea vine.

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Latin Name:  Gynostemma pentaphyllum
Common Name:  Sweet tea vine
Family:  Cucurbitaceae
Author:  (Thunb.)Mak.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  8   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Thickets in lowland all over Japan[58].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a rich well-drained but moisture-retentive soil in a warm sheltered position in partial shade[238]. This species is not hardy in the colder areas of the country, it tolerates temperatures down to between -5 and -10°c[200]. A problematic crop outdoors in Britain, it can be grown successfully as an annual in a greenhouse but requires a long hot summer if it is to do well outdoors. Plants tend to be annuals or short-lived perennials[238]. A climbing plant, attaching itself to supports by means of tendrils[238]. Dioecious, male and female plants must be grown if seed is required. Some plants might be monoecious[200].

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