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Arizona Grape Ivy, Sorrelvine
Scientific Name: Cissus trifoliata (L.) L.
Synonym: Vitis trifoliata, Sicyos trifoliata, Cissus incisa auct. non Des Moulins
Family: Vitaceae

Show Larger Picture Cissus trifoliata at the Huntington Gardens in early July

Recommended Temperature Zone: USDA: 9-11 Frost Tolerance: Does not tolerate any frost Heat Tolerance: Avoid direct sun in Phoenix in summer Sun Exposure: Full to part sun Origin: Southern USA, Mexico Growth Habits: Evergreen to deciduous vine, up to 40 feet long. Watering Needs: Little water, but looks best with regular watering Propagation: Cuttings

Blooming Habits:
The inconspicuous flowers are followed by small inedible (and possibly poisonous) grapes