Provide some sort of support for this vine such as a strong trellis or a wall.1
Propagation is by cuttings.
These estimates for how long Chalice Vine takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.
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The genus was named to honor 18th century Swedish botanist, Daniel Carl Solander who was one of Linnaeus’ favorite students and best friend of Sir Joseph Banks and accompanied Banks on Captain Cook’s travels around the world.2
The specific epithet comes from the Latin word “maximus” which means “large” referring to the species’ large flowers.2
Tolerates sea side conditions even direct salt spray.2
Solandra maxima, cup of gold
Solandra nitida Zuccagni