Thunbergia alata
Black-Eyed Susan Vine
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Black-Eyed Susan Vine (Thunbergia alata) - Description
Thunbergia alata, commonly called Black-eyed Susan vine, is a herbaceous perennial climbing plant species in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Eastern Africa, and has been naturalized in other parts of the world. It is found in Cerrado vegetation of Brazil and Hawaii, along with eastern Australia and the southern USA in the states of Texas and Florida.
Black-Eyed Susan Vine (Thunbergia alata) - Blooming
Flowers generally show up in the summer. T. alata (Black-Eyed Susan Vine) has tubular flowers that come in a variety of colors, but all have purple-black throats.
Black-Eyed Susan Vine (Thunbergia alata) - Growth
Annuals, evergreen perennials, twining climbers, and shrubs. Thunbergia does well with full sun, but requires partial shade in the hottest of climates. Members of the genus Thunbergia grow as perennial vines that have twining stems. Shoots can be killed off by frost, but roots generally will survive. Less hardy plants (those grown in sites where temperatures drop below 61°F (16°C))should be grown in a warm or temperate greenhouse. In warmer areas, perennials and shrubs work well in a border. Climbing species can be trained over an arch, tree, or pergola.
Black-Eyed Susan Vine (Thunbergia alata) - Planting
Sow seeds in spring at 61-64°F (16-18°C) (16-18°F (16-18°C)). Can also propagate from greenwood cuttings and semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
Black-Eyed Susan Vine (Thunbergia alata) - Pest
Spider mites, whiteflies, and scale insects are a problem, especially under glass.
Black-Eyed Susan Vine (Thunbergia alata) - Soil and irrigation
Rich, well-drained soils provide the best growing medium for fast and abundant growth. Water liberally during the growing season, less in winter.
