Stephania erecta
Stephania pierrei
A quirky caudex plant with round leaves on long vines, grown in bright indirect light with careful, sparing watering.
Watering frequency
Every 2-4 weeks
Ideal temperature
65-80°F / 18-27°C
Humidity
40-60%
Care difficulty
Medium
Air purifying
No/Not Known
Growth rate
Slow
Plant size
6-24 in / 15-60 cm
Soil type
Gritty, fast-draining mix
Fertilizer need
Feed sparingly every 6-8 weeks during active vine growth only.
Care summary
- Light: bright indirect.
- Water: let mix dry a lot; water lightly, then drain.
- Soil: gritty, fast-draining mix + holes.
- Dormancy: water very little until new growth.
- Rule: overwatering is the main risk.
Common problems
- Soft caudex/musty smell: rot from overwatering.
- Shriveling: too dry for too long (or root loss).
- Weak growth: low light or dormancy.
- Pests: mites/scale on vines.
- Note: not pet-safe.