Ceropegia ampliata

Also Known As

Boesmanpypblom
Bushman's Pipe
Taper Vine

Plant type

cactus / succulent, vine

size

H: 6'-7'
W: 1'-7'

planting zones

9a-12

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Ceropegia ampliata plant details

Ceropegia ampliata is a cactus / succulent or vine with green foliage. In summer green and white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade and low water. Prefers to be dry in winter, dry when dormant. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceropegia ampliata

Plant type: cactus / succulent or vine
Plant family: apocynaceae
Mature size: 1 FT - 7 FT - wide, 6 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: green and white blooms in summer
Uses: houseplant, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceropegia ampliata

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: low

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Morning Sun to Light Shade. Indoor/ Outdoor (Patio). Interesting White Green Balloon Like Flowers .

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

2" whitish green, tubular blooms which are topped by a cap of green 'petals'. This is a small climbing succulent which produces an abundance of the odd flowers along the leaf-less stems throughout summer. Sits dormant during the short days of Winter, during which time water should be withheld and water sparingly throughout the rest of the year.

By: Almost Eden

Gardening facts about Ceropegia ampliata plant

How to Grow Ceropegia ampliata

Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- low
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- well-drained

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- green
Flower Season
- summer

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