Cissus striata
ivy of Uruguay
A slender, vigorous, evergreen climber with tendrils and glossy, leathery, three- or five-lobed palmate leaves up to 7cm long. In summer it produces inconspicuous green flowers followed by shiny, black berries
Other common names
miniature grape ivySynonyms
Cissus striataVitis striata
see moreAmpelopsis sempervirens hort. ex Veitch
Parthenocissus striata
Size
Ultimate height
8–12 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | Black | ||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Vitaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Climbing
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Chile & S Brazil
How to grow
Cultivation
Under glass, grow in a loam-based compost such as John Innes No 2 in bright, filtered light. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Water sparingly in winter. Pot on or top dress in spring. Will survive outdoors in a frost-free position, or can be stood outside for the summer
Propagation
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Patio and container plants
Pruning
Pests
Glasshouse red spider mite, glasshouse whitefly and mealybugs may occur
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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