King's Mantle Cuttings - 7 Unrooted Thunbergia Erecta with Purple Blooms

King's Mantle (Thunbergia erecta) is a tropical evergreen shrub prized for its deep purple, trumpet-shaped flowers and glossy green foliage. Also known as Bush Clock Vine, this plant adds a bold splash of color to warm-climate gardens, patios, and indoor collections. The blooms attract pollinators and appear intermittently throughout the year in favorable conditions.

These unrooted cuttings offer an economical way to propagate new plants. With proper care, they root readily and develop into bushy shrubs that can be grown in the ground or in containers.

Plant Features

• Deep purple, trumpet-shaped blooms with a yellow throat
• Glossy, dark green leaves on a compact, shrubby growth habit
• Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
• Can be grown as a perennial shrub in tropical climates or as a container plant elsewhere
• Unrooted cuttings for home propagation

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Thunbergia erecta
• Plant Type: Tropical evergreen shrub
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 10-11
• Bloom Season: Year-round in tropical climates; summer to fall elsewhere
• Mature Height: 4-6 feet
• Spacing: 24-36 inches apart

Planting & Care

To root these unrooted cuttings, prepare a well-draining rooting medium such as a mix of peat and perlite. Remove leaves from the lower portion of each cutting, dip the cut end in rooting hormone if desired, and insert it into the medium. Keep the medium consistently moist and provide high humidity by covering with a plastic dome or bag. Place in bright, indirect light and maintain warmth (70-80°F). Roots typically form within a few weeks; once rooted, gradually acclimate the new plants to brighter light.

After rooting, transplant into individual pots using a well-draining potting mix. Water regularly during establishment, allowing the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. In cooler zones, grow in containers and bring indoors before temperatures drop below 50°F.

What's Included

7 unrooted Thunbergia erecta cuttings, ready for propagation.