Consulta Plantas

Care of the climbing plant Solandra maxima or Cup of gold vine

The genus Solandra, family Solanaceae, includes 10 species of climbing plants native to Mexico, the Caribbean and South America. Some species are: Solandra maxima, Solandra grandiflora, Solandra boliviana, Solandra longiflora.

Common names: Cup of gold vine, Golden chalice vine, Hawaiian lily. This species is native to Mexico and Central America.

They are fast-growing climbing shrubs that reach 10 meters (32.8 feet) in height. They have large dark green leaves and elliptical or oval shape. The spectacular golden yellow stumpy flowers with purple veins are 20 cm (7.87") in diameter and produce a pleasant scent at night. They bloom in winter; in warm climates they can flourish in other seasons.

This climbing plant is used to cover fences, walls or pergolas.

Solandra maxima can grow in full sun or semi-shade exposure. It resists occasional and light frosts.

Cup of gold vine grows in any type of soil that has good drainage.

Water moderately in spring and summer (once a week); Hawaiian lily is a drought resistant plant. In winter reduce watering; It must be borne in mind that the higher the humidity the plant produces more leaves than flowers.

Solandra maxima can be pruned after flowering to control its growth.

Fertilize with compost or manure in fall and with mineral fertilizer during flowering.

Golden chalice vine is propagated from cuttings in summer.

Images of the climbing plant Solandra maxima or Cup of gold vine