Begonia Rex Vine (Cissus Discolor)

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Cissus discolor comes from the island of Java, where it’s found growing in the warm tropical rain forests.
• Thanks to its large, striking leaves and climbing growth, Cissus discolor has become a popular houseplant.
• It grows well in containers, in a hanging basket, or along trellises.
• The plant belongs to the Vitaceae (grape) family and the genus Cissus, which includes 350 species of woody vines.
• Due to the interesting pattern on the wide, long leaves, people commonly call the plant the rex begonia vine.
• It features large leaves with showy patterns resembling the various hybrids of painted leaf Begonia.

SOIL REQUIREMENT

• African Violet ready-made potting soil works well.
• Otherwise use a rich soilless well-draining potting mix.

FEEDING/FERTILIZER REQUIREMENT

• Fertilize every three to four weeks during these seasons.
• Wait for the soil to dry out and don't fertilize.
• As this plant requires high humidity, misting helps keep the plant healthy.

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• The begonia vine needs bright light and warmth.

WATER REQUIREMENT

• Water the plant regularly during the active growth period of the spring and summer.
• Don't allow the soil to dry out completely.

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