Diplocyclos palmatus (Lollypop Climber)

Diplocyclos palmatus (Lollypop Climber) with round red and green striped fruit hanging from vine
Diplocyclos palmatus (Lollypop Climber) with its characteristic round striped fruit hanging among lobed green leaves

Botanical name: Diplocyclos palmatus

Common name: Lollypop Climber

Family: Cucurbitaceae

Origin: Australia, Malesia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Vine or creeper plantPlant form: Climbing or creeping vine
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
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Diplocyclos palmatus (Lollypop Climber) with red round fruit close up among green vine leaves
Diplocyclos palmatus (Lollypop Climber) with smooth red round fruit marked by distinct white vertical stripes


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