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On Feb 27, 2009, giftgas from Everson, WA (Zone 7b) wrote:
Challenging to grow indoors, but it is possible. I grew this when I lived in Guam, and it was a fantastic and easy to grow plant in that environment.
The seeds of this plant contain the highest concentrations of LSA of any plant out there. If you're thinking about trying to purchase some of these seeds for recreational purposes, I would NOT recommend it. Just because a drug is obtained from an organic source, doesn't mean that it's safe. You can loose your mind FOREVER, or DIE if you abuse this plant.
I don't think it does actually bloom the first season, although I can't remember where I read that. I know it needs a lot of rootspace to flower, also.
On Sep 18, 2005, Texasbloomer from Plano, TX wrote:
Wonderful vine/foliage.
6 mo. old and huge.
But...where are the flowers?
Do they not bloom the first year?
What does one do w/this vine over a mild winter (mid-Tx)
Thanks!
On Aug 18, 2003, Monocromatico from Rio de Janeiro Brazil (Zone 11) wrote:
I know only one plant of this species growing here in Rio de Janeiro. It looks great, with contrasting green/silver leaves, veined leaves. The flowers are a plus, but not really the main feature to me.
The cylindrical root oozes active latex when cut. In Ayurvedic (Hindu) medicine, the plant is deemed a valuable general antiseptic. The leaves are used in native medicine as poultices, &c. The roots and seeds of have been used as a support of the nervous system, a geriatric tonic and mild aphrodisiac (probably due to the lysergic acid). The whole plant is reported to have purifying properties. It is also taken to help maintain healthy joints.
On Dec 17, 2002, Chamma from Tennille, GA (Zone 8b) wrote:
Arygeria nervosa, from India, grows to over 25 feet. The foot-wide dark green leaves are white underneath. The floweeers look much like other impomoea species. The vine is beautiful to grow just for the leaves --look very tropical.
Regional...
This plant has been said to grow in the following regions:
Scottsdale, Arizona Hollywood, Florida Plano, Texas
One vendor has this plant for sale.
