An unusual climber with very few leaves but with thick succulent four angled stems. Max Height 2.5m. Max Spread 2.5m. Flowers June to July. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Cissus quadrangularis
An unusual climber with very few leaves but with thick succulent four angled stems
Additional information
| Generic | Cissus |
|---|---|
| Species | quadrangularis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | green, yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 2.5m |
| Family | Vitaceae |
| Spread | 2.5m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Keep dry when dormant |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Pinch shoots regularly to encourage branching |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Mealy bugs, Whiteflies |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Requires support |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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