Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
grandifolia
ID:
606477

Status:
valid

Authors:
Triana & Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 17: 44 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605809



Common Names

  • Large-leaved False Pimpernel
  • Large-leaved Cissampelos
  • Large-leaved False Pimpernel


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Synonyms

  • Cissampelos acuta Triana & Planch. [unknown]

Description

Cissampelos grandifolia (also called Large-leaved Cissampelos, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Menispermaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and grasslands. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cissampelos grandifolia is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and rheumatism. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cissampelos grandifolia has a bright yellow flower with white tips. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cissampelos grandifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that is easy to propagate by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and can tolerate full sun. It can be propagated by seed, but it is best to divide the plant in the spring or fall. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Cissampelos grandifolia

Cissampelos grandifolia is native to the tropical forests of India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

Cissampelos grandifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cissampelos grandifolia?

Cissampelos grandifolia

What is the common name of Cissampelos grandifolia?

Grandifolia Cissampelos

What is the natural habitat of Cissampelos grandifolia?

Tropical and subtropical forests of South America

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2721981: Based on the initial data import
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.