kangaroo vine

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A vigorous, tropical evergreen climber with glossy, toothed, heart-shaped leaves. This species climbs using tendrils, but is often allowed to trail from a hanging basket. A good houseplant for a lightly shaded position

Scientific classification

Species: kangaroo vine (Cissus antarctica)
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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Ideal temperature

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Distribution of kangaroo vine

Distribution map

Australasia

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of kangaroo vine

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kangaroo vine care guide

Maintain evenly moist substrate, never let root ball fully dry out
Watering: Partial shade
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Watering

Maintain evenly moist substrate, never let root ball fully dry out

Fertilizing

Diluted tropical vine feed every three weeks in growing season

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 freely 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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