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Cissus antarctica

Also Known As

  • Kangaroo Ivy
  • Kangaroo Vine

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Cissus antarctica plant details

Cissus antarctica is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cissus antarctica

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: vitaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 3 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, trellis, tropical-looking, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cissus antarctica

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cissus antarctica, gets it name from its home of New South Wales. A real easy carefree houseplant with glossy notched foliage on robust stems, needs medium light and is great for hanging or training on a trellis. This fast growing vining plant has glossy green ovate leaves. The stems product tendrils to help it adhere and climb. It prefers medium light and 60 degree nights with 75 degree days. Very east to grow, Great houseplant.

Gardening facts about Cissus antarctica plant

How to Grow Cissus antarctica

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Texture

    • glossy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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