Climbing Begonia

Climbing Begonia Care

Cissus Dicolor Blume

What is the plant

The leaves are alternately arranged along the stem and are dark green with mottled white markings and a serrated leaf margin. The leaf underside is dark red. The stems are dark red and angled. The branches are zig-zag in shape. The white, bisexual flowers are borne on axillary cymes.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

21°C - 28°C

Hardiness zone

11 - 11

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Water the plant regularly during the active growth period of the spring and summer.Don’t allow the soil to dry out completely.
Pruning
The begonia vine plant does not need grooming, but trimming helps shape the plant as it grows on a pole or trellis or in a hanging basket
Fertilizer
Cissus amazonica also benefits from fertilizer during the spring, summer, and fall. Fertilize every three to four weeks during these seasons.

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Sunlight
The begonia vine needs bright indirect light and warmth.
Soil
Plant the discolor vine in rich potting soil with extra humus. Ensure the soil offers fast drainage and repot climbing begonia every two years.
Temperature
The ideal temperatures during the summer are between 70° – 80° degrees Fahrenheit (21° C – 27° C). During the winter, keep it at temperatures between 65° – 70° degrees Fahrenheit (18° C – 21° C).