VARIEGATED ORNAMENTAL YAM -DIOSCOREA DISCOLOR *Live plant* RARE

Description

VARIEGATED ORNAMENTAL YAM  -DIOSCOREA DISCOLOR    **RARE  **
Originally from Africa. This  variegated form is  very rare.
It   makes a dramatic statement. Top  of  leaves are  velvety to the touch. Have really beautiful  leaf pattern.
With age leaves are getting  quite nice  size approx.  10"-12" across.
It is a counter clockwise twining ,
tuberous
vine- grown for its colorful, variegated foliage. Heart shaped leaves are coppery green, dark green & dark purple color. The back of the leaves are vivid purple color. It is velvety to  the touch
Very speedy grower - In a single growing season, grows about 15-20 Ft
Fully covers fence  rapidly. - Loves to climb on tree trunk.
NOT invasive.
COLD HARDINESS: zone 9
LIGHT REQUIREMENT: does well in sun, shade, partial sun.
Loves organic, rich soil-
Goes dormant below 34 F-  breaks late spring.. *
If winter temps are above 35- F- vine does not go dormant
Currently growing in 4" pot. Shipped without pot, roots packed moist
First 3 pictures are of average size  plant for sale
Additional plants ship for $ 2.00 ea.