How to Grow & Develop Argyreia Nervosa Plant Seeds on a Vine
The Argyreia Nervosa plant, more commonly referred to as Hawaiian baby woodrose and elephant creeper, is native to Asia. It is a member of the morning glory family and grows in a long, vine shape that clings to vertical structures or spreads out along the surface of the ground. After the flowers fade, the plant develops seed pods that can be harvested and saved for the following planting season. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Water
- Balanced, water-soluble fertilizer
- Frost blanket (optional)
- White paper
- Envelope
Instructions
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Water the Argyreia nervosa plant only when the top 1/2 inch of the soil is dry to the touch. During periods of rainfall, additional watering is not required.
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Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer to the soil under the Argyreia nervosa vine every one to two months to provide the proper nutrients for its growth. Use the amount of water and fertilizer specified on the fertilizer's packaging for your number of plants.
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Inspect the leaves regularly for signs of caterpillars, which are the only major pest of the plant. When caterpillars are seen, pick them off with your fingers and place them far away from the Argyreia nervosa.
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Move potted Argyreia nervosa plants indoors before the first frost occurs in the fall or cover outdoor plants with a frost blanket. Remove the covers or place the plants back outside once temperatures warm in the spring.
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Allow the flowers to wilt on the plant; do not prune or cut any of the vines. Eventually a long, thin seedpod, similar in shape to a bean, will develop on the vine.
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Monitor the vine daily until the pods are brown and completely dry to the touch.
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Pull off the seed pods and place them on top of a piece of white paper.
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Split the pods open with your fingers and turn them upside down to remove the furry, brown seeds.
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Place the seeds inside an envelope and store them in a cool, dry place for between six and nine months.
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Tips & Warnings
The Argyreia nervosa vine does not produce flowers or seeds until the second year of growth.
