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Ceropegiafusca

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Family
Apocynaceae (a-pos-ih-NAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Ceropegia (seer-oh-PEEJ-ee-uh)
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Species
fusca (FUS-kuh)
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Synonym
Ceropegia dichotoma subsp. fusca
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color
Maroon/Burgundy
Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Spring
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
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Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
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Propagation Methods
From herbaceous stem cuttings
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
By simple layering
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Mission Viejo, California

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