Thunbergia alata (Black-eyed Susan Vine)

Thunbergia alata, commonly known as the Black-eyed Susan Vine, is a beautiful, fast-growing climber loved for its bright, cheerful blooms. Each flower features a vibrant yellow, orange, or apricot petal ring with a characteristic dark center, giving it the classic “black-eyed” look.

This vine is ideal for adding instant color to fences, pergolas, balconies, arches, and trellises. With its lush green foliage and nonstop flowering nature, it creates a tropical, ornamental charm in any garden.

Key Features

• Flower Colors: Yellow, orange, white, and bi-colours (depending on variety)

• Growth Habit: Fast-growing climber

• Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade

• Blooming: Almost year-round in tropical climates

• Uses: Fences, balcony pots, arches, vertical gardening, hanging baskets

• Maintenance: Easy; needs occasional pruning and regular watering

Why Plant Thunbergia alata?

• Adds an instant splash of bright color

• Perfect for beginners

• Attracts butterflies

• Excellent for quick green coverage