Muehlenbeckia astonii aka Shrubby Tororaro

Muehlenbeckia astonii, also known as shrubby tororaro, is an endemic New Zealand shrub in the family Polygonaceae. It is an erect, deciduous, twiggy shrub that can reach a height of up to 2 meters. Its distinctive feature is its tangle of wiry interlocking branches, adorned with small heart-shaped leaves. During summer, it produces tiny, inconspicuous flowers. This rare and threatened plant is commonly cultivated worldwide, but it is extremely rare in its natural habitat. In cultivation, shrubby tororaro is a super rare houseplant that requires regular watering for optimal growth. It thrives best in long-lasting, direct light and should be positioned within 1 foot of a window. It prefers soil that is extremely well-draining and can benefit from the addition of a gentle, organic fertilizer during the peak growing season. Despite its rarity, it is tolerant of dry and exposed sites.