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Grape Ivy

5.0 out of 5 (6 experiences)

Survivor

Fast grower

Also known as

Cissus rhombifolia, Grape Leaf Ivy, Oak leaf Ivy and Cissus alata.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Cissus alata

Genus

Cissus

Family

Vitaceae

Order

Vitales

How to care for Grape Ivy

💦 Water

How often to water your Grape Ivy

Grape Ivy needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Grape Ivy in your home

Grape Ivy may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Grape Ivy in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Grape Ivy

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Grape Ivy: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Grape Ivy after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Grape Ivy is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Grape Ivy →

Benefits of Growing Grape Ivy →

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Outdoor Care Guide for Grape Ivy →

💦 Water Needs

Grape Ivy prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Grape Ivy Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Grape Ivy may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Grape Ivy Light Requirements →

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Grape Ivy is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

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💨 Humidity

Grape Ivy doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

Grape Ivy Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Grape Ivy does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Grape Ivy →

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When and How to Successfully Repot Grape Ivy →

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💩 Fertilizer

Grape Ivy should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Grape Ivy →

🌎 Native Region

Grape Ivy is native to Worldwide.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Grape Ivy Lifecycle →

Grape Ivy Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Grape Ivy →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Grape Ivy can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Grape Ivy Temperature Tolerance →

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🌱 Propagation

Grape Ivy can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
To get the cutting to root, you can either:
- Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
- Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

How to Propagate Grape Ivy →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Grape Ivy, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.