Genus of about 400 species of deciduous and evergreen trees, shrubs, and climbers, found in woodland in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in Asia and Africa. The ornamental part of the Glorybower flower is its white, inflated calyx. Its climbing stems reaching 8 ft or more. The flowers appear in summer among the heart-shaped leaves. The plant requires a sunny growing area and an evenly moist soil. In winter, keep the soil drier when the plant is resting. The plant likes cool temperatures, preferably in the 60's. Glorybower's growth and blooming period is in late summer. Once the flowers fade, pick them off and do any pruning that may be needed. Allow stems to trail or to twine around an upright support.