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Minahassa Swallowwort

Cynanchum minahassae

Apocynaceae
Perennial
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Cynanchum minahassae, known as Minahassa Swallowwort, is a perennial ornamental plant that thrives in full sun with medium water needs. It is suitable for USDA zones 5-9 and grows to a height of 0.4-0.8 meters. This plant blooms from July to September with white and purple flowers, preferring loamy, sandy, or chalky soil.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Sandy, Chalky

Height

0.4–0.8 m

Spread

0.3–0.5 m

Zones

5–9

Flower colors

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Pollinator Attraction

This species is noted for attracting pollinators, contributing to garden biodiversity.

Cultivation Notes

  • Sunlight: Requires full sun exposure.
  • Water: Maintain moderate soil moisture; avoid waterlogged conditions.
  • Soil: Prefers well-draining loamy, sandy, or chalky soils.
  • Hardiness: Hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
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