Anglepod
Gonolobus suberosus
Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown
Anglepod (Gonolobus suberosus) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
60"–120" H × 24"–48" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, FL, GA and 17 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
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Gonolobus suberosus is a native climbing vine that reaches 5-10 feet in height with a moderate spread. It produces clusters of small flowers during summer months and requires partial sun with moderate watering. This deciduous perennial vine dies back in winter and regrows each spring.
In an HOA neighborhood
Anglepod takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Vigorous vine growth can appear uncontrolled
- Dies back completely in winter leaving bare structure
- May spread beyond intended boundaries without management
Wildlife value
This native vine attracts bees, butterflies, and beetles during its summer blooming period. It serves as a host plant for some native moth species and provides nectar for various pollinators.
Common questions
- How much sun does Anglepod need?
- Anglepod grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Anglepod bloom?
- Anglepod blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Anglepod native?
- Anglepod (Gonolobus suberosus) is native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 17 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
- What pollinators does Anglepod attract?
- Anglepod draws bees, butterflies, and beetles.
- Is Anglepod HOA-friendly?
- Anglepod takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
If something looks wrong
Common plant problems, and what to check first
These come up on almost any plant. Each guide lists the likely causes in the order they are worth ruling out, with one thing to check before you act on any of them, and links to the source it came from.
- It is dying right after planting
- Leaves turning yellow
- Wilting even though I watered it
- Brown crispy leaf tips
- Bugs on the plant
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