Mesechites trifidus (Mesechites)

Mesechites trifidus (Mesechites) white flower close up on green leaves with thin stems
Mesechites trifidus (Mesechites) white flower with a light center nestled among dark green pointed leaves

Botanical names: Mesechites trifidus, Echites trifidus

Common name: Mesechites

Family: Apocynaceae

Origin: Central America, Southern America

USDA Zone: 9-10

Vine or creeper plantPlant form: Climbing or creeping vine
Semi-shadeSun exposure: Semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

An evergreen, woody climber, distributed in tropical forests, riverine habitats and in disturbed areas from Mexico to South America. It presets simple, opposite, lanceolate, glossy green leaves, tubular, white-greenish flowers and large, reddish-brown bean-like pods, that can reach up to 20 cm in length.

Similar plants: Mesechites trifidus (Mesechites)


Mesechites trifidus (Mesechites) white flower close up on green leaves and slender brown vine stems.
Mesechites trifidus (Mesechites) open white flower with unopened buds and oval green leaves on vines.


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