Madhumalti, Rangoon (Double Petals) Layered Live Plant

Transform your garden, balcony, or terrace with the breathtaking Madhumalti Creeper (Combretum indicum), also known as Rangoon Creeper, Chinese Honeysuckle, or Drunken Sailor. This fast-growing flowering vine produces double-petaled, fragrant blossoms that change colour from white to pink to deep red as they mature, making it a stunning, ever-changing visual delight. Plant Type Air layered... Read Full Description

Transform your garden, balcony, or terrace with the breathtaking Madhumalti Creeper (Combretum indicum), also known as Rangoon Creeper, Chinese Honeysuckle, or Drunken Sailor. This fast-growing flowering vine produces double-petaled, fragrant blossoms that change colour from white to pink to deep red as they mature, making it a stunning, ever-changing visual delight.

Plant Type	Air layered
Family	Combretaceae
Scientific Name	Combretum indicum
Common Names	Drunken Sailor, Akar Dani, Akar Suloh, Ara Dani. Akar Pontianak.
Flower colour	White to pink to red
Flower frequency	Yearly 3 times
First Bloom	3 months
Plant Height	Approximately 2 ft
Sunlight Requirements	Full sunlight
Ideal Temperature	15°C to 40°C(warm and humid climate, can withstand mild frost)
Life cycle	Perennial
Maintenance Required	Easy

🌿Why Choose Madhumalti Creeper?

Beautiful Colour-Changing Flowers

Flowers transition from white to pink to red, creating a vibrant multi-colour effect. 

Enchanting Fragrance

Sweet floral scent, especially in the evening, attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. 

Fast-Growing & Hardy Climber

Covers fences, pergolas, and trellises quickly, creating natural shade and privacy. 

Low Maintenance & Easy to Grow 

Thrives in India’s tropical and subtropical climates with minimal care.

Air-Purifying & Eco-Friendly

Absorbs toxins, improves air quality, and supports biodiversity.

✨How to Care for Madhumalti Creeper?

☀️ Sunlight

Requires full sunlight for best flowering. It can also grow in partial sunlight. But if the plant receives full bright sunlight, the flowering tendency will be high.

💧 Watering

Water regularly to keep the soil moist but avoid overwatering. Reduce watering in winter.

🌱 Soil

Prefers well-draining soil. Use a mix of garden soil, compost, and sand for best growth.

✂ Pruning

Trim regularly to maintain shape, remove dead branches, and encourage new growth.

🌡 Temperature

Thrives in temperatures 15°C - 40°C. Protect from extreme cold (below 10°C) by mulching or covering in winter.

🛠 Support

Provide a trellis, fence, or pergola for climbing. If grown in a pot, ensure it has enough space to expand.

🌱 Fertilisation

To promote healthy growth and vibrant flowering, you can use organic fertilisers every 15-20 days. The following fertilisers work best:

• Cow Dung Manure – Rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, it enhances soil fertility and promotes healthy growth.

• Vermicompost – Provides essential micronutrients, improves root development, and retains moisture.

• Fish Amino Acid – Boosts flowering and plant vigor with organic nitrogen and beneficial bacteria.

These natural fertilisers not only enhance plant growth but also improve soil health, ensuring long-term sustainability.

🪴 Growing Madhumalti Creeper: Pot or Ground?

Growing in a Pot 

If your balcony or terrace receives plenty of sunlight, you can successfully grow Madhumalti in a 12-15 inch pot or growbag. Ensure the pot or the grow bag has drainage holes to prevent waterlogging. 

Growing in the Ground

If you plan to grow Madhumalti in the ground, it will climb rapidly and spread beautifully over trellises, pergolas, or fences, forming a lush green canopy with clusters of fragrant flowers. Provide sturdy support for vertical growth.

🌙 Best Places to Grow Madhumalti Creeper for Ornamental Use

Gardens & Lawns

Adds charm to landscapes with its lush green foliage and vibrant flowers.

Balconies & Terraces

Perfect for balcony railing, pergolas, or hanging baskets, bringing a natural curtain effect.

Home Entrances & Arches

Creates a welcoming floral gateway with its cascading blooms. 

Fences & Walls

A natural privacy screen that adds shade and greenery.

🪰Common Pests & Organic Solutions

Madhumalti is generally resilient but may be affected by:

• Aphids & Mealybugs: Treat with neem oil spray or insecticidal soap.

• Caterpillars: Remove manually or use mild organic pesticides.

• Overwatering Issues: Can cause root rot; avoid waterlogging.

If you’re looking for a low-maintenance, fast-growing flowering vine that transforms your space with its colour-changing flowers and divine fragrance, the Madhumalti Double Petal Rangoon Creeper is the perfect choice.

Note: There are quite a few processes and steps to be done by us to make sure the plants are shipped very safely. Hence please allow us 5-7 business days for processing and shipping your orders. Orders are usually shipped on Mondays and Tuesdays to ensure that the shipments are not held up during weekends.

Plants if damaged while transit will be replaced free of cost. We will need an uncut unboxing video for processing the replacement