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Cissus amazonica

Also Known As

  • Parthenocissus 'Amazonica'
  • Parthenocissus amazonica

Plant type

vine

size

  • H: 1'-10'
  • W: 1'-10'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Cissus amazonica plant details

Cissus amazonica is a broadleaf evergreen vine with blue, green and variegated foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cissus amazonica

Plant type: vine
Plant family: vitaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green and variegated
Mature size: 1 FT - 10 FT - wide, 1 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cissus amazonica

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Parthenocissus ‘Amazonica’ is a beautiful, jungle vining house plant displaying narrow, green arrowhead leaves with a silver overlay and white veins. The petioles and undersides are a burgundy red, providing excellent contrast. The fast growing vine clings by tendrils. Plant in well-drained soil with regular waterings. Pinch the tips to encourage fuller branching. Best color in bright light. Protect from frost!

Gardening facts about Cissus amazonica plant

How to Grow Cissus amazonica

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • green
    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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