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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

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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.

Gardening facts about Cyphostemma elephantopus plant

How to Grow Cyphostemma elephantopus

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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