Cissus discolor is a colorful climbing vine that's native to Southeast Asia. This tropical plant prefers warm temperatures, bright indirect light, and moist, well-drained soil.

Cissus discolor is sometimes referred to as rex begonia vine because of its similar leaf shape and color, but the plant is not actually related to Rex begonia Rather, it's a member of the grape family. Grow cissus discolor as a hanging plant or give it a trellis, moss pole, or other support to climb.

Here's how to care for cissus discolor:

• Put in a place with bright, indirect light.
• Plant in rich, moist, well-drained potting mix.
• Water when the soil has just begun to dry out.
• Feed cissus discolor once per month during the growing season.

Place cissus discolor in a spot that receives bright, indirect light. The plant naturally climbs up trees in tropical forests, so it grows best in part sun. Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn the plant's leaves. Plant cissus discolor in a rich, loose, well-drained potting mix that holds moisture. You can use standard houseplant potting mix, or add four parts perlite and one part compost to five parts potting mix to add extra drainage and nutrients. Water cissus discolor when the soil surface has just begun to dry out. Instead of watering on a regular schedule, check soil moisture routinely.

When the soil feels dry to the touch, it's time to water. Check cache pots and drip trays after watering to make sure the plant isn't sitting in standing water, which can cause root rot. Feed cissus discolor with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength once per month during the growing season.

Cissus discolor can be grown as a houseplant indoors year-round in any climate. In temperate climates, the plant can be kept outdoors in summer. Bring the plant outside once night temperatures are over 60°F, then bring it back indoors in the fall before night temperatures fall below 60°F.