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Cliffbreak vine Plant Care
Oresitrophe rupifraga Bunge
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With its unique heart-shaped leaves and striking red undersides, this plant is native to the mountains of China. Plant collectors are drawn to Oresitrophe rupifraga for its rare beauty and ability to thrive in rocky, alpine environments.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect light
60–75°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Cliffbreak vine?
Water Cliffbreak vine every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the Cliffbreak vine Native To?
What Is the Cliffbreak vine?
Cliffbreak vine (Oresitrophe rupifraga) belongs to the Saxifragaceae family within the Oresitrophe genus. Cliffbreak vine is native to northern China, ranging from eastern Shanxi Province to western Liaoning Province. Cliffbreak vine is also known as Oresitrophe rupifraga.
Cliffbreak vine displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 1 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Cliffbreak vine produces small, delicate white flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Cliffbreak vine?
Oresitrophe rupifraga requires watering every 7–14 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 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Cliffbreak vine Need?
Cliffbreak vine thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Cliffbreak vine in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Cliffbreak vine Prefer?
Oresitrophe rupifraga grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Cliffbreak vine prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Cliffbreak vine?
Well-draining, humus-rich soil with added perlite for extra drainage. Good drainage is essential for Cliffbreak vine to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Cliffbreak vine?
Feed Cliffbreak vine every month 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 month
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Cliffbreak vine?
Repot every 1-2 years in early 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 Cliffbreak vine?
Cliffbreak vine can be propagated through division, seeds.
Is the Cliffbreak vine Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Cliffbreak vine, 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 Cliffbreak vine?
Cliffbreak vine is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, scale insects. 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 Cliffbreak vine Need?
Cliffbreak vine grows outdoors in USDA Zone 5a – 8b. It survives winters down to planting zone 5a. Cliffbreak vine is native to northern China, ranging from eastern Shanxi Province to western Liaoning Province.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5a – 8b
Keep exploring plants
Cliffbreak vine 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 Oresitrophe genus — compare its care with other Oresitrophe species on PlantoScan.
Oresitrophe is part of the Saxifragaceae plant family — browse all Saxifragaceae genera and species.
Cliffbreak vine thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Oresitrophe rupifraga Bunge, family Saxifragaceae (first published in Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. St.-Pétersbourg Divers Savans 2: 106 (1835)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Cliffbreak vine, 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: Jens-Christian Svenning, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 5a – 8b, 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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