Alsobia dianthiflora (previously known as Episcia dianthiflora)
Overview
Uses: Trailing houseplant for hanging baskets, shelves, and window ledges; warm-climate patio containers; shadehouse collections.
Benefits: Showy white, fringed “lace” flowers with purple speckling; fuzzy, scalloped foliage; easy to grow indoors; blooms in waves spring through fall under bright, indirect light; compact, cascading habit from runners (stolons).
USDA Hardiness Zones: 10 – 11 (tender perennial; grow indoors elsewhere)
Sun: Bright Indirect to Partial Shade (avoid harsh, direct sun)
Life Cycle: Tender perennial (houseplant)
Mature Height: 4" – 8" (foliage mound)
Mature Width / Trail: 12" – 24"+ trailing
Bloom Season: Intermittent, Spring through Fall (with good light)
Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
Summary
Frilly white blooms and soft, trailing foliage—an elegant, easy houseplant for bright rooms.
Lace Flower Vine (Alsobia dianthiflora) earns its name from the delicate, fringed flowers that dangle over a cushion of soft, scalloped leaves. In bright, indirect light and steady warmth, it flowers in repeat waves from spring into fall, all while sending out slender runners that gently cascade from baskets and shelf edges.
Compact at the crown with a graceful spill, it pairs beautifully with upright houseplants and fine-textured companions. Keep the mix evenly moist (never soggy), protect from strong sun, and enjoy a steady rhythm of fresh blooms and lush foliage with very little fuss.
Care
Lace Flower Vine Care
Provide bright, indirect light (east or north windows are ideal) and a warm room (65–80°F). Use a well-drained potting mix and water when the top 1–2 inches feel dry—aim for consistently even moisture without waterlogging. Increase humidity in dry homes with grouping, a pebble tray, or a small humidifier.
Pinch or trim lightly to encourage branching and a fuller cascade. Remove spent flowers to keep plants tidy and to promote ongoing bloom. Feed lightly from spring through early fall with a slow release fertilizer or a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer. Avoid cold drafts and prolonged direct sun, which can scorch foliage.
Size
Size of Lace Flower Vine for Sale Online
Your plant ships in a greenhouse-grade grow pot, appropriately sized for its container and current growth stage. For current pot sizes or project needs, contact us.
Size of Lace Flower Vine When Mature
Expect a low foliage mound 4" – 8" tall with trailing runners typically 12" – 24"+ under good light and warmth.
Additional Information
What is the botanical name of Lace Flower Vine?
Its botanical name is Alsobia dianthiflora.
Is Lace Flower Vine a good hanging basket plant?
Yes—its cascading runners and repeated blooms make it ideal for hanging baskets, shelves, and wall planters.
How can more blooms be encouraged?
Provide bright, indirect light, steady warmth, and even moisture; deadhead spent flowers and feed lightly during active growth.
How is Lace Flower Vine propagated?
Readily by rooting the runners (stolons) or by stem/leaf cuttings in a light, well-drained mix.
