Species tapestry vine

tapestry vine

Cissus discolor

Also Known As - Rex begonia vine
Tapestry vine (Cissus discolor) is an evergreen climber from South and Southeast Asia. It has distinguishable wiry woody stems and oval-shaped leaves which turn to beautiful shades of light red and purple in the fall. The fast-growing plant is an excellent choice for adding height to walls, fences or trellises. In tropical climates, it produces star-shaped white flowers throughout summer and clusters of glossy black berries in the autumn. Tapestry Vine makes an attractive, living privacy screen and pairs very well with flowering climbers for a beautiful garden display.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Stem Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

11

Flowers:

Not showy, Red, Yellow Flowers In Summer

Sun:

part shade,full sun

Fruits:

Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall

Edible:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Moderate

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

watering

Tapestry vine prefers evenly moist soil, so it should be watered when the top inch or 2 of soil feels somewhat dry. During the plant's active growth in the spring and summer, you may need to water every 1-3 days, but in the fall and winter, you can water once a week. Be sure to always check the soil before watering, as overwatering can be just as damaging as underwatering.

sunlight

Tapestry vines need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight to thrive. Ideally, they prefer 6 to 7 hours of sunlight which is usually available when the sun is at its highest in the sky during the summer months. Tapestry vines should also receive partial shade in the afternoon since they are not well adapted to extreme hot weather.

pruning

Tapestry Vine (Cissus discolor) should be pruned annually in the winter when the plant is dormant. Light pruning should be done during the growing season to keep the plant neat and compact. Cut back the stems to about 3 inches from the ground and remove any weak or damaged stems. Prune overgrown vines to the desired size and shape. Avoid pruning more than 1/3 of the plant at once. You may also want to remove any dead or stray leaves throughout the growing season to maintain a tidy appearance.

Season

Fall
Winter
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Harvest Fruit

Harvesting of Cissus discolor fruits typically begins in late summer or early fall, usually in August or September.

Starts Flowering

Cissus discolor typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Cissus discolor typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Harvest Fruit

Harvesting of Cissus discolor fruits typically begins in late summer or early fall, usually in August or September.

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