Cissus cactiformis
Also Known As
- Cucumber Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 24"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Cissus cactiformis plant details
Cissus cactiformis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cissus cactiformis
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: vitaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 24 IN - tall
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, rare, tropical-looking, unique
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cissus cactiformis
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Cissus cactiformis plant
How to Grow Cissus cactiformis
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Vine
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 1'-10'
Width: 1'-10'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Cissus quadrangula, Vitis quadrangularis, Veld Grape
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10b-11
Size
Height: 36"-48"
Width: 15"-18"
- bright shade
- regular
aka Ampelopsis sempervirens, Parthenocissus striata, Vitis striata, Ivy of Uruguay, Miniature Grape Ivy
Plant Type
Perennial, Vine
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 5'-15'
- mostly sun - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Cissus javana
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Plant Type
Perennial, Vine
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6'-10'
Width: 6"-12"
- shade
- even moisture
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