Overview
Cyphostemma currorii is a plant with a climbing, trailing habit in the genus Cyphostemma, part of the Vitaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Cyphostemma currorii grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include rock garden, patio and container plants and flower borders and beds.
About
Cyphostemma currorii is a succulent tree belonging to the family Vitaceae, also known as Koba or Butter-tree. They grow and reach a height of 6 meters or more. Cyphostemma currorii is found in hot, arid rocky places, and has been seen from southern Angola to Namibia and is common on the Brandberg. In the wild it grows across Angola, Namibia and SW-Angola; Namibia. Grow it in full sun and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it needs tropical warmth and glass protection in the UK (RHS H1a). It works well for rock garden, patio and container plants and flower borders and beds. It tolerates soil of any pH, well-drained conditions and south-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cyphostemma
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Cyphostemma currorii size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Climbing, Trailing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden, Patio and container plants, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cyphostemma currorii
- Propagation
- Seed, Cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Vine weevil, Sempervivum leaf miner
- Disease resistance
- Rust
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cyphostemma currorii?
Cyphostemma currorii prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Cyphostemma currorii need?
Cyphostemma currorii grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Cyphostemma currorii hardy in the UK?
Cyphostemma currorii has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Cyphostemma currorii?
Seed, Cuttings.
