Dischidia ruscifolia

Also Known As

Hoya ruscifolia

Plant type

cactus / succulent, vine

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

9a-11

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Dischidia ruscifolia plant details

Dischidia ruscifolia is an evergreen cactus / succulent or vine with green foliage. In fall white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dischidia ruscifolia

Plant type: cactus / succulent or vine
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall
Uses: container plant, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dischidia ruscifolia

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dischidia ruscifolia, often called Hoya ruscifolia, produces tiny white flowers. The vine grows hundreds of striking miniature heart shaped leaves. This plant is great for hanging pots, large terrariums, tropical gardens or greenhouses. The plant for sale is in a 3 inch square pot. Foliage: Small thick heart shaped leaves Flowers: Very tiny white flowers Height: Climber and vine

By: Brian's Botanicals

Dischidia ruscifolia is a pendant vine cascading with millions of 1/2" heart shaped leaves. Tiny white flowers appear in fall. Likes shade or filtered light and warmth. Requiring very little care. We grow and ship in 4"pots.