Gold Jade Vine (Mucuna sloanei)
Pendulous
clusters of yellow
blooms brighten up
the winter days when
this South American
vine reveals its floral
beauty. A vigorous and
large growing member
of the bean family, it
needs room to grow,
like a sunroom, hobby greenhouse, or a large sunny room. Remember to prune in
late August before it begins to initiate flower buds in response to the shortening
day length of fall. Gold Jade Vine is easier to grow in containers than other mucunas
as its root system is resistant to diseases.