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Cayratia acris Plant Care
Cayratia acris Domin
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Cayratia acris, also known as the Sharp-leaved Vine, is distinct for its unique triangular-shaped leaves with serrated edges. This plant is native to tropical regions of Asia and Australia and is popular among plant enthusiasts for its fast-growing nature and ability to thrive in various conditions.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
65–85°F
60–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Cayratia acris?
Water Cayratia acris every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 65–85°F (18–29°C) and 60–80% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Cayratia acris Native To?
What Is the Cayratia acris?
Cayratia acris (Cayratia acris) belongs to the Vitaceae family within the Cayratia genus. Cayratia acris is native to Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Cayratia acris displays a climbing vine growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Cayratia acris produces small clusters of greenish-white flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Cayratia acris?
Cayratia acris requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Cayratia acris Need?
Cayratia acris thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Cayratia acris in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Cayratia acris Prefer?
Cayratia acris grows best at temperatures of 65–85°F. Cayratia acris prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Cayratia acris?
Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Cayratia acris to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Cayratia acris?
Feed Cayratia acris every 2 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 2 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Cayratia acris?
Repot every 1-2 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Cayratia acris?
Cayratia acris can be propagated through softwood cuttings, layering. Similar propagation techniques also apply to native grape plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Cayratia acris Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Cayratia acris, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Cayratia acris?
Cayratia acris is susceptible to aphids, scale insects, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Cayratia acris Need?
Cayratia acris grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10b – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10b. Cayratia acris is native to Australia and Papua New Guinea. In cooler regions, grow Cayratia acris as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 10b – 12b
Keep exploring plants
Cayratia acris is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Cayratia genus — compare its care with other Cayratia species on PlantoScan.
Cayratia is part of the Vitaceae plant family — browse all Vitaceae genera and species.
Cayratia acris thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Cayratia acris Domin, family Vitaceae (first published in Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 11: 264 (1912)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Cayratia acris, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Samuel Frankel, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 10b – 12b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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