Petrea pubescens, Petrea glandulosa, Petrea volubilis var. alba

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This snow white sister of Petrea volubilis is a rare variety of Petrea. Unlike its purple cousin, it boasts clusters of snow-white, pinwheel-shaped flowers that cascade gracefully, resembling a delicate white wisteria. These blooms appear from late winter through spring, creating a stunning display that will captivate any onlooker. The tall clusters of flower can be reaching over 1 foot long! Its lush green, sandpaper-like leaves provide a perfect backdrop, enhancing the contrast with the brilliant white flowers.

Thriving in warm and humid conditions, its blooms last a couple of days, but the blue calices persist much longer, and more new flowers are coming every day. Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.

This vigorous vine has woody stems and requires sturdy support, such as a fence or large trellis, to showcase its full beauty. It grows fast and can cover a large fence within just a couple of seasons.

Similar plants:

• Petrea arborea (Blue Jasmine)
• Petrea volubilis, Petrea kohautiana, Petrea racemosa (Queen's Wreath, Sandpaper Vine, Tropical Wisteria)