Hedera pastuchovii
Care, watering, light and tips for Hedera pastuchovii on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Araliaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Hedera pastuchovii
Hedera pastuchovii, commonly known as Persian Ivy, is an evergreen climbing plant belonging to the Araliaceae family, prized for its dense, glossy foliage. Its deep green leaves, often with less pronounced lobes than other ivies, give it an elegant and robust appearance. It is ideal for covering walls, facades, or as groundcover in shady gardens, providing a constant and sophisticated touch of greenery.
Native range
Caucasus, Turkey, and northern Iran.
Care tips
It prefers partial to full shade, as direct sunlight can scorch its leaves; it tolerates deep shade well. Watering should be moderate, allowing the topsoil to dry out between waterings, and reducing frequency in winter to prevent waterlogging. It thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic soils rich in organic matter. A common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
How to save a dying Hedera pastuchovii
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or brown, wilting leaves, soft and blackened stems. Soft, dark roots.
- First aid
- Remove from pot, inspect roots. Cut off rotten parts. Repot in new, dry substrate. Reduce watering.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and poor drainage. Does not tolerate waterlogging. Also, lack of light.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly. Ivies are resilient if the problem is corrected in time.