The Mühlenbeckia is considered to be quite easy to care for and relatively undemanding. Since it is also said to be non-toxic, it is also suitable for family gardens. However, the effect of eating large amounts of berries is unknown.
The Mühlenbeckia is considered non-toxic
The pretty berries of the Mühlenbeckia do not always appear everywhere. As a houseplant, it only blooms very rarely and then of course does not produce any fruit. In the garden, however, things are different. Depending on the variety, white to reddish or black berries develop from the small, almost inconspicuous flowers in autumn.
How will my Mühlenbeckia flower next year?
The Mühlenbeckia, often also known as the wire shrub, comes from New Zealand, Australia, New Guinea, Central and South America. The black-fruited wire bush (Mühlenbeckia axillaris) comes from New Zealand and is correspondingly robust. It should at least winter cool so that it is then ready to flower again.
The Mühlenbeckia complexa (white-fruited wire shrub], on the other hand, tolerates only a little frost. In order for it to bloom again next year, it should hibernate frost-free. For both species, the root ball must not dry out even in winter. Therefore, water the plants a little regularly, outdoors only on frost-free days Fertilizer is not necessary in winter, but rather harmful.
The essentials in brief:
- is considered non-toxic
- Berries should not be eaten
- Prevent children from eating as a precaution
tips
Although the Mühlenbeckia is generally considered non-toxic, you should prevent your children from putting the berries in their mouths. There is too little knowledge about the consequences of eating these fruits.