Grape ivy (Cissus rhombifolia) is not really an ivy, but a tropical plant. The plant is part of the grape family of plants and is considered a vine. Grape ivy originates from Central and South America but grows as a houseplant in cooler climates.
Grape ivy is a climbing plant but maintains a compact growth habit when you prune it in spring. Other names of this plant include oak leaf ivy and Venezuela tree vine.
Plant Height | 12 inch (30 cm) |
Plant Spread | 4 inch (10 cm) |
Common Name | Cissus alata,Grape Ivy - Plant |
Flower Colour | Yellowish green, |
Bloom Time | Seasonal bloomer |
Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Grape ivy (Cissus rhombifolia) is not really an ivy, but a tropical plant. The plant is part of the grape family of plants and is considered a vine. Grape ivy originates from Central and South America but grows as a houseplant in cooler climates.
The plant does well outdoors in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 10 through 12. Grape ivy is a climbing plant but maintains a compact growth habit when you prune it in spring. Other names of this plant include oak leaf ivy and Venezuela tree vine.
Sunlight | Part shade |
Watering | Medium |
Soil | Well-drained soil |
Temperature | 68-82 F. |
Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Hanging baskets, containers or as a vine on a room-dividing trellis.
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