Cissus Discolor

• Botanical Name: Cissus discolor
  

• Common Names: Trailing begonia, Rex begonia vine

• Description: Rex Begonia Vine is native to Central China and Tropical Asia, where it thrives in high humidity and warm temperatures. It cannot withstand frigid conditions. The blooms are modest and inconspicuous. This plant looks lovely in a hanging planter with the stems falling down. Provide a moss pole to Cissus discolor to encourage climbing; put in sunny partial shade, out of direct sunlight.

Cissus Discolor is a rare tropical plant native to the Java island in Indonesia. It is a trailing plant with large pointy leaves with striking shades of green and silver. The leaves are fuzzy with a dark purple burgundy underside. The Cissus Discolor is also known as the Rex Begonia because of its dramatic patterns, however it is not part of the Begonia family. This plant is easy to care for and grows very fast in the summer time. 

 * You will receive ONE (1) 4.5” plant in hanging pot, unless stated otherwise. Refer to our FAQ for more information.

Cissus Discolor Care

Watering

Water every 3-7 days when top 1" of soil is dry. Cissus require frequent watering so keep the soil damp but not soaking wet to avoid root rot.

Light

Medium indirect sunlight or 8-10 hours under grow lights.

Temperature

65°F - 75°F 

Soil Mix

Well drained Peat Moss, Perlite, Orchid Bark

Humidity

Keep humidity high at 65 - 75%

Fertilizer

Every 4 weeks in summer and every 12 weeks in winter