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Cyphostemma elephantopus
Also Known As
- Elephant Foot Bush
- Elephant Grape Tree
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 24"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Cyphostemma elephantopus plant details
Cyphostemma elephantopus is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and occasional - low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cyphostemma elephantopus
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: vitaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 24 IN tall
- Uses: caudex-forming, container plant, houseplant, trellis, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cyphostemma elephantopus
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Madagascar caudiciform that forms a huge caudex. Nicknamed the Elephant foot bush, or Elephant Grape Tree. Graceful vines emerge from the top of the caudex that can be trellised to frame caudex.
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Gardening facts about Cyphostemma elephantopus plant
How to Grow Cyphostemma elephantopus
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Shrub, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- low
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
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Width: 24"
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- occasional - low
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