Plant ID and propagation

[DannyS1951]

I think this is coral vine or Antigonan Leptopus. It's growing wild in a couple of places on unbuilt land in our moo baan. I was amazed by the number of bees and butterflies it attracts. I have tried its seeds and soft cuttings but have had no joy. Do I need to dig up tubers or such to get it in my garden. I have attached a picture.

Edited April 4, 2020 by DannyS1951

[tifino]

hoping to find some new food source?  if is, it, coral vine is edible...

 

"... In Thailand, coral vine blossoms and leaves are doused in flour, fried, and served with noodles..."

[drtreelove]

We had coral vine growing on our farm in Chiang Mai. It's beautiful but an aggressive grower. Be sure that you have the space, and can manage the maintenance. It will take over if it likes your garden and trees. 

 

I never had to propagate it, but the literature says seeds or tubers. 

 

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/coral-vine/growing-coral-vines-in-gardens.htm

[DannyS1951]

1 hour ago, drtreelove said:

We had coral vine growing on our farm in Chiang Mai. It's beautiful but an aggressive grower. Be sure that you have the space, and can manage the maintenance. It will take over if it likes your garden and trees. 

 

I never had to propagate it, but the literature says seeds or tubers. 

 

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/coral-vine/growing-coral-vines-in-gardens.htm

Thanks drtreelove. I will try and dig up some tubers. I had no joy with the seeds. None germinated.