Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter to prevent waterlogging, but do not allow the soil to dry out completely.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot, especially during cooler months.
Also known as Bitter Forest Grape · Grape Ivy · Warty Grape
Bushveld Grape (Rhoicissus revoilii) is a vigorous, scrambling shrub native to southern Africa, producing edible berries and used in traditional medicine.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct sun but avoid intense midday heat.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained, fertile
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures (18-24°C). Protect from frost and sudden temperature drops.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer. Do not fertilize in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter to prevent waterlogging, but do not allow the soil to dry out completely.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot, especially during cooler months.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done at any time, while more significant shaping is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or autumn. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix. Maintain high humidity and warmth until roots form, which can take several weeks.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot one size larger than the current one with fresh, well-draining potting mix. Spring is the ideal time for repotting, just as new growth begins.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Vitales |
| Family | Vitaceae |
| Genus | Rhoicissus |
| Species | Rhoicissus revoilii |
Similar in genus Rhoicissus
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