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Thunbergia grandiflora

Family Thunbergiaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   10a - 11   RHS:   HH - FT   EGF:   G1 - G2   Australia:   4 - 5  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 4.5 - 30 m (15 - 100 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 9 m (3 - 30 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The broadleaf evergreen Thunbergia grandiflora (bengal clockvine) bears showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid-spring to early fall. This plant is climbing in form and has matte, coarse textured and evergreen foliage that is medium green in colour. Thunbergia grandiflora (bengal clockvine) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Annual, specimen, tropical and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics This broadleaf evergreen attracts hummingbirds to your garden.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Thunbergia grandiflora (bengal clockvine) grows at a very fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Thunbergia grandiflora (bengal clockvine) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.