Plant profile
Vigna schlechteri
Vigna schlechteri Harms
It can grow indoors in a bright spot or outdoors in warm climates; this climbing plant has trifoliate leaves and pea-like flowers. Provide a support, plenty of light, and well-drained soil.
Open-data facts
- Life form
- Perennial: a strategy for persistence.
- Climate
- Subtropical climate: ideal with protection against intense cold.
- Origin / area
- The origin or natural area of this plant is: S. Trop. & S. Africa.
Basic care
- Watering
- Neither extreme drought nor a swamp: aim for a steady middle.
- Light
- Sunny outdoors or a strongly exposed window.
- Temperature
- Handles heat well if light and watering match.
- Humidity
- Focus on drainage and careful watering, not extra humidity.
Pet toxicity
Ingestion may cause discomfort; block access for cats and dogs.
Cats: yes (toxic). Dogs: yes (toxic).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q15528567) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (2982553) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (525510-1) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0000194585) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- USDA GRIN — uses and distribution (USDA GRIN, public domain)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).