Also known as Arabian Wax Cissus · Arabian Wax Leaf · Elephant's Pudding
Cissus rotundifolia, the Venezuelan Treebine, is a trailing or climbing vine with attractive, rounded leaves. It thrives in warm climates and can be grown as an attractiv
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Tolerates lower light levels but may become leggy. Avoid direct, intense sunlight.
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
50% intensity
Prefers consistently moist soil but good drainage is crucial.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 10°C.
During growing season
50% intensity
Feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted by half from spring to early autumn.
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. Cissus rotundifolia prefers consistently moist soil but dislikes waterlogged conditions. Reduce watering frequency during cooler months to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid excess moisture.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to encourage bushier growth. Remove leggy or dead stems at any time.
Spring is the ideal time for more significant pruning to shape the plant before the active growing season. Use clean, sharp tools.
Propagate by stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings from healthy stems in spring or summer. Remove lower leaves and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
Plant in moist, well-draining potting mix and keep humid until roots form.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound, typically in spring. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Gently loosen the root ball before placing it in the new pot.
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Where Venezuelan Treebine (Cissus rotundifolia) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Vitales |
| Family | Vitaceae |
| Genus | Cissus |
| Species | Cissus rotundifolia |
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