Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus verticillatus) – Easy Trailing Plant for Sale in Mauritius | Tizardin
Buy a healthy Swedish Ivy plant online in Mauritius. Round, glossy green leaves with scalloped edges cascade beautifully from hanging baskets, shelves and balconies – an easy, fast-growing and pet-friendly plant.
The Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus verticillatus, also sold as Plectranthus australis) is a cheerful trailing plant with bright, shiny, coin-shaped leaves and purple stems. Despite its name, it is not a true ivy and is much easier to grow. It fills hanging pots quickly, produces small white to pale mauve flowers, and is generally considered safe for cats and dogs. A perfect plant for beginners, homes, offices and covered terraces in Mauritius.
🌿 Care Guide
| Botanical name |
Plectranthus verticillatus (Swedish Ivy / Lierre suédois) |
| Care level |
Easy |
| ☀️ Light |
Bright indirect light indoors, or partial shade outdoors |
| 💧 Watering |
When the topsoil is dry (2–3 times a week in warm weather); never soggy |
| 🌱 Soil |
Well-draining potting mix |
| 🧪 Fertiliser |
Liquid fertiliser once a month in the warm season |
| 🌿 Growth |
Fast, trailing; ideal for hanging baskets and shelves |
| 🐾 Pets |
Generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs |
Why you will love it
- 💚 Lush and glossy: bright green, shiny leaves that brighten any corner.
- 🪴 Trailing beauty: cascades from hanging baskets, shelves and planters.
- ⚡ Fast and easy: perfect for beginners, grows quickly.
- 🐾 Pet-friendly: a safer choice for homes with cats and dogs.
Tip: Pinch the stem tips regularly to keep your Swedish Ivy full and bushy – and root the cuttings to make new plants!
🚚 Home delivery available across Mauritius.
