Rubber Vine (Cryptostegia Grandiflora) is a perennial vine in the Apocynaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Cryptostegia grandiflora is a woody perennial vine native to southwestern Madagascar, known for its attractive purple flowers and invasive nature in tropical and subtropical regions.

Rubber Vine

Rubber Vine

Cryptostegia Grandiflora

Cryptostegia grandiflora is a woody perennial vine native to southwestern Madagascar, known for its attractive purple flowers and invasive nature in tropical and subtropical regions.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, screening, climbing vine

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Rubber Vine

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Apocynaceae
Genus:Cryptostegia