Bengal clockvine. A purple flowering tropical vine.
And an evergreen vine.
Native to China,India,Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar & Indo China.
Other names :
Bengal trumpet, blue sky flower, blue thunbergia,blue trumpet vine, clockvine,sky flower,sky vine.
A house plant in temperate regions.
Bengal clockvine (Thunbergia grandiflora) is a vigorous, evergreen climbing plant native to parts of South and Southeast Asia. It is also commonly called blue trumpet vine because of its beautiful, trumpet-shaped flowers.
Plant type: Perennial climbing vine.
Flowers: Usually lavender-blue or bluish-purple, with a pale or yellowish throat.
Leaves: Large, green and slightly heart-shaped.
Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Water: Regular watering, especially during dry periods.
Propagation: Commonly grown from stem cuttings.
Uses: Excellent for covering fences, trellises, arches and walls.
It grows rapidly in warm, humid climates and can create a lush curtain of foliage and flowers. Because of its vigorous growth, it is best given strong support and regular pruning.
