Cissus Tuberosa

Cissus tuberosa – Caudex-Forming Vine with Sculptural Charm | Rare Succulent from Mexico & Guatemala

Add an extraordinary statement piece to your plant collection with Cissus tuberosa, a rare and visually intriguing caudiciform vine native to the rocky hillsides of Mexico and Guatemala. This striking succulent is admired for its swollen, bulb-like caudex and graceful, vining foliage—a captivating blend of form and function.

With its seasonal changes, elegant vines, and architectural base, Cissus tuberosa brings a sense of botanical artistry to any space, whether grown indoors as a specimen plant or displayed in an outdoor succulent arrangement.

Key Features:

• Sculptural Caudex
  Forms a prominent, rounded caudex that stores water and gives the plant its signature look. Mature caudices can reach up to 25 cm (10 inches) in diameter, creating a bold visual anchor.

• Vining Growth Habit
  Slender, twining stems can grow up to 90 cm (3 feet), bearing finely divided, palmate leaves that offer a delicate, tropical appearance.

• Seasonal Interest
  Winter deciduous—drops its foliage in cooler months to reveal its textured caudex. Regrows fresh leaves in spring, offering a dynamic visual cycle throughout the year.

• Highly Adaptable
  Thrives in containers or shallow bonsai pots, indoors or outdoors. Its manageable size and unique form make it ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of caudiciform or succulent plants.

Care Instructions:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; tolerates some direct sun. Outdoor dappled sun or a bright windowsill is ideal.

• Water: Water deeply during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Significantly reduce watering during winter dormancy.

• Soil: Use a gritty, well-draining cactus or succulent mix 

• Support: Provide a trellis or moss pole to allow the vines to climb and display their elegant form.

• Temperature: Prefers warm temperatures. Protect from frost and extended cold exposure.

What to Expect:

You will receive a healthy Cissus tuberosa plant, grown from seed or cutting, with a developing caudex. Each plant is unique and may vary in caudex shape, vine length, or leaf size depending on seasonal stage and growth.

Cissus tuberosa is more than just a plant—it's a conversation piece. With its sculptural base and graceful, seasonal vines, this rare succulent brings an exotic flair to curated plant collections and design-focused spaces.

The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.

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