Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000368
11/12/99
Cissus antarctica--Kangaroo Vine Cissus rhombifolia--Grape Ivy (Vis. 1).
Type: House Plant
Comments: Cissus are vining plants suitable for hanging
pots or for training on a trellis. They prefer medium
light intensity but tolerate shade for short periods of
time. Maintain an evenly moist soil during the growing
season but give less water in winter. Use any house plant
fertilizer monthly. Ideal temperatures are 50 to 65
degrees at night and 70 to 85 degrees during the day. In
winter, Cissus prefer slightly lower temperatures. If
subjected to high summer temperatures, provide supplemental
humidity. Repotting may be done in spring or summer. March
is the best time to prune.
Propagation: Propagation is by stem cuttings taken at any
time but rooting is slow.
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