A variable native climber with twining branches and glossy green foliage, it flowers from winter to summer. It has masses of pendulous bell flowers, which are variable in colour, from pure white, cream with purple-maroon veining through to yellows. It is a fast growing plant, suitable for tropical to temperate regions. It will tolerate light frosts. Good for sun to part shade, and adaptable to most soils as long as they have reasonable drainage. Can be cut back hard to rejuvenate. A good butterfly food plant. Care should be taken when planting as it can grow to a large size and twine through trees and structures and into unwanted places. It should also not be planted near drains etc
Pandorea pandorana – Wonga Wonga Vine
Family : Bignoneaceae
Cultivar Name:
Plant Type : Climber
Width : 9
Flowering Time : Spring
Soil Type : Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil
Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean
Growth Habit : Evergreen, Spreading
Soil Moisture : Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
Special Uses : Fast growing
Scientific Name: Pandorea pandorana
Common Name : Wonga Wonga Vine
Height : 20
Flower Color : White, Cream, Yellow, Gold, Purple
pH Level : Acid, Neutral
Plant Environment : Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Light : Sunny, Light shade
Lifespan : Perennial
Frost Tolerance : Tolerates heavy frost, Tolerates light frost
Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects