Kangaroo Vine

Cissus Antarctica

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Overview

The Kangaroo Vine, or Cissus antarctica, is a lush, evergreen climber native to Australia. Its sturdy stems can reach lengths of 6-10 feet when supported. The plant's glossy, green leaves, each about 4-6 inches long, are accompanied by inconspicuous flowers and non-showy berries. Thriving in partial to full shade with well-drained soil, it's ideal for creating verdant vertical accents or groundcover in hardiness zones 9-11.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 9–11

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — The Kangaroo Vine, or Cissus antarctica, is a lush, evergreen climber native to Australia

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — Its sturdy stems can reach lengths of 6-10 feet when supported

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — are accompanied by inconspicuous flowers and non-showy berries

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — each about 4-6 inches long

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — Thriving in partial to full shade with well-drained soil

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — it's ideal for creating verdant vertical accents or groundcover in hardiness zones 9-11

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — The Kangaroo Vine, scientifically named Cissus antarctica, is a vigorous evergreen climber native to Australia

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Vitaceae

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Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — The Kangaroo Vine, or Cissus antarctica, is a lush, evergreen climber native to Australia

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — Its sturdy stems can reach lengths of 6-10 feet when supported

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — are accompanied by inconspicuous flowers and non-showy berries

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — each about 4-6 inches long

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — Thriving in partial to full shade with well-drained soil

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — it's ideal for creating verdant vertical accents or groundcover in hardiness zones 9-11

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — The Kangaroo Vine, scientifically named Cissus antarctica, is a vigorous evergreen climber native to Australia

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — As an integral part of your design

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — dark green leaves that can grow up to 4 inches long

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — the Kangaroo Vine adds both volume and a verdant aesthetic to garden spaces

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — which may be followed by non-edible purple-black berries if conditions are right

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — It features inconspicuous greenish flowers

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — well-drained soil with a high content of organic matter

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — Though not primarily chosen for its blooms

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — It is best positioned in partial to full shade, sheltered from intense midday sun

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — When incorporating Cissus antarctica

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — consider its climbing habit

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — providing support structures such as trellises or wire frameworks for optimal growth

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — this vine can withstand a range of temperatures but is best protected from frost

Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — with ideal growth temperatures between 60°F and 80°F

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