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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 10, 2016
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    There is not clear way to remove this vine since you say it is attached firmly to the palm.
    Creeping Fig is extremely difficult to remove when it has attached itself.
    Your concerns are warranted, this vine may kill the Palm.
    I would contact a Palm specialist to determine the best and safest way to remove the vine.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/creeping-fig/creeping-fig-vine.htm

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    August 30, 2016
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    Check whether there are currently any young shoots growing from the soil. If so, dig down to expose their roots and cut them off from the rest of the roots. You can then transplant that section.

    If not, remove the plant from the pot and divide its root system into 2 or 3 parts. Cut back most of the aboveground parts so the roots won't be stressed by having to support a lot of foliage. Then replant, following these tips to avoid transplant shock:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/learn-how-to-avoid-and-repair-transplant-shock-in-plants.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/creeping-fig/creeping-fig-vine.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 6, 2017
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    I would check moisture level and make sure the soil is well draining.

    During growing season, fertilize once a month.

    From my experience, Creeping Fig performs best in full sun situations.

    Regular pruning will help your plants look your best.

    Here is a link to refresh you on the care requirements.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/creeping-fig/creeping-fig-vine.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 18, 2017
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    This appears to be a Vinca Vine.
    It would be best to have in a partial shade or shade location.
    Also make sure the soil is well draining.
    You can cut the damaged parts of the vine from the plant.

    This link will help you with care requirements.
    http://www.public.asu.edu/~camartin/plants/Plant%20html%20files/vincamajor.html

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 17, 2017
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    Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced all purpose fertilizer.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/creeping-fig/creeping-fig-vine.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    November 4, 2017
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    You can take cuttings. Basically, if you want more mature cuttings you will take the cutting further down the stem. If your goal is to have them root faster, then you want to take the cutting closer to the tip. I am including two articles: One on the care of this creeping tree. One on propagating cuttings. Both articles will answer any questions you may have.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/creeping-fig/creeping-fig-vine.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/how-to-root-cuttings-from-various-shrubs-bushes-and-trees.htm

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  • Answered by
    TanGardens on
    November 6, 2017
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    Thanks for the quick response!

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    December 5, 2017
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    You could always set a wooden plank against the tree until it reattaches. There are very few good methods to letting it reattach other than just leaning something against it until it does.

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