Cyphostemma
Cyphostemmahardyi

Family: Vitaceae (vee-TAY-see-ee)
Genus: Cyphostemma (sy-foh-STEM-uh)
Species: hardyi (HAR-dee-eye)

Category
Shrubs
Cactus and Succulents

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping

Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage
Deciduous

Foliage Color

Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Spacing

Hardiness

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual

Danger
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested

Bloom Color

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information
Non-patented

Propagation Methods
From semi-hardwood cuttings
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Scarify seed before sowing

Seed Collecting
Remove fleshy coating on seeds before storing
Unblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored