Mexican Flame Vine is a gorgeous, fast-growing flowering creeper that’s loved for its bright orange daisy-like blooms which attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It’s often grown over fences, trellises, or walls for a burst of tropical color.

 Quick Profile

• Botanical Name: Pseudogynoxys chenopodioides

• Family: Asteraceae (daisy family)

• Common Names: Mexican Flame Vine, Orange Glow Vine, Scarlet Creeper

 Appearance

• Growth Habit: Fast-growing, perennial vine (in tropics); can reach 3–5 m long.

• Leaves: Green, slightly lobed, sometimes with serrated edges.

• Flowers:

  • Bright orange-red, daisy-like clusters.

  • Bloom nearly year-round in warm climates.

  • Attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds 🦋🐝.

 Growing & Care

• Sun Light: Full sun is best (at least 6 hours daily) for abundant flowering.

• Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with compost.

• Watering: Moderate; keep evenly moist but avoid waterlogging.

• Temperature: Thrives in warm climates (20–35°C). Frost-sensitive; grow as annual or pot plant in colder areas.

• Support: Needs a trellis, arbor, or fence to climb.

Pruning & Maintenance

• Grows very quickly → prune regularly to control shape and prevent it from overwhelming other plants.

• Pinch tips when young to encourage bushier growth.

• Deadhead (remove spent flowers) to promote continuous blooming.

 Fertilizing

• Apply a balanced fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during active growth.

• Use phosphorus-rich fertilizer (like bone meal or bloom booster) for more flowers.

• Add compost or vermicompost around the base once every 1–2 months.

Uses & Benefits

• Ornamental: Covers fences, pergolas, and trellises with vibrant orange flowers.

• Wildlife Friendly: Attracts pollinators, especially butterflies.

• Quick Coverage: Ideal for hiding unsightly walls or structures.