Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Allow excess water to drain away completely. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the soil to dry out more between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Also known as Grape Ivy · Grape-Ivy · Kafir Ropewood
Cissus alata is a fast-growing, vining plant known for its attractive, lobed leaves and is often used as a houseplant or in hanging baskets.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, filtered light; avoid direct sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures (18-24°C); avoid drafts.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season, reduce in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
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. Allow excess water to drain away completely. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the soil to dry out more between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Trim back leggy stems in spring or after flowering. Remove any dead or damaged stems at any time. This vine responds well to regular light pruning.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings in spring or summer, remove lower leaves, and plant them in moist potting mix. Rooting typically occurs within 3-6 weeks in a warm, bright location.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repot in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Vitales |
| Family | Vitaceae |
| Genus | Cissus |
| Species | Cissus alata |
Similar in genus Cissus
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