Araujia odorata
Care, watering, light and tips for Araujia odorata on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Araujia odorata
Araujia odorata, commonly known as Tasi, is a fast-growing perennial vine native to South America. It is notable for its highly fragrant white or pinkish-white flowers, which attract nocturnal pollinators. It is ideal for covering pergolas, fences, or walls, providing a sweet scent and abundant blooms in summer and autumn.
Native range
South America, specifically in Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and southern Brazil.
Care tips
It prefers full sun to partial shade, with at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal blooming. It requires regular watering, keeping the substrate moist but not waterlogged, especially during flowering. Use a well-drained substrate rich in organic matter. Avoid drastic pruning in spring, as it blooms on the previous year's wood; it is better to prune lightly after flowering.
How to save a dying Araujia odorata
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or drooping leaves, soft or dry stems, no blooms or wilted flowers.
- First aid
- Check watering, sun exposure, and pests. Isolate and prune affected parts.
- What kills it
- Overwatering (root rot) or prolonged drought. Also, low light or intense cold.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act fast and correct the cause. Pruning and repotting sometimes help.