Scientific Name: Muehlenbeckia axillaris 'Tricolor'

Common Name(s): Tricolor Wire Vine or Tricolor Wire Grass

Defining Characteristics:

• Leaves are tiny, glossy, and rounded, featuring a combination of green, white, and pink, with the variegation often being most prominent on new growth
• Forms a dense, low-growing mat of tangled, wiry, dark-colored (brown-red to black) stems
• Tiny yellow-white flowers appear in spring/summer, often producing small, translucent-to-white, berry-like fruits

Recommended Pot Size: Small - Medium

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Temperature Requirement (°F): 60 to 75°F is best for growing, although it is cold-hardy and if planted outside, it can survive temperatures dropping to roughly 0 to -10°F. In colder climates, it may die back to the ground but often resprouts in the spring. It thrives in warm conditions and can tolerate temperatures up to 100°F (38°C), though it may require more frequent watering during hot, dry periods.

Humidity: 40-50%

Watering Frequency: Aim for evenly moist soil, but ensure excellent drainage to avoid waterlogged roots. Water when the top inch or so of soil is dry.

Lighting: Full sun to partial shade

Soil Type: Well-draining all-purpose potting soil, like Josh's Frogs Potting Soil or Josh's Frogs High-Perlite Potting Soil

Growth Rate: Fast

Height at Maturity: 3 to 8 inches, This low-growing, fast-spreading, and trailing evergreen perennial forms a dense mat, usually spreading 2–3 feet in width.

Origin: Variegated cultivar of the species native to New Zealand, Tasmania, and southeastern Australia.

Regional Locality: Native to coastal and temperate areas, this species is highly adaptable.

USDA Hardiness Zone: 6-10

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:

Care Notes: Muehlenbeckia axillaris 'Tricolor' does best in 60 to 75°F temperatures, 40-50% humidity, and full sun to partial shade. Use a well-draining all-purpose potting soil, like Josh's Frogs Potting Soil or Josh's Frogs High-Perlite Potting Soil. Aim for evenly moist soil, but ensure excellent drainage to avoid waterlogged roots. Water when the top inch or so of soil is dry.

Shipping Notes: Generous LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE offered.

As good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly, removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT.

Standard pot sizes for Josh's Frogs plants typically range from 1.25-3.5 inches.