Cissus amazonica

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A vigorous, tropical evergreen climber with narrowly heart-shaped, glossy leaves; the main veins are white. This species climbs using tendrils, but is often allowed to trail from a hanging basket. A good houseplant for a lightly shaded and ideally humid position

Scientific classification

Species: Cissus amazonica (Cissus amazonica)
Genus: Cissus
Family: Vitaceae

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Toxicity: Conservatory Greenhouse · Houseplants
Plant type: 1.5-2.5 metres
Height: 1-1.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Climbing
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Partial shade
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Distribution of Cissus amazonica

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of Cissus amazonica

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Cissus amazonica care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering: Partial shade
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Ideal temperature

Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

Pruning

Routine pruning is unnecessary; shorten overlong shoots to fit the available space. For last-year flowering growth, prune after flowering; for current-year flowering growth, prune in late winter or spring. This guidance is for established plants. Pinch out young plants to encourage branching.

Propagation

Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer

Growing

Grow in pots of loam-based compost in bright, filtered light. Mist daily to increase humidity. Water moderately while in growth and apply a balanced liquid feed monthly; water sparingly in winter. Pot on every 2-3 years and top dress in spring

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