Cissampelos laxiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
606500
Status:
valid
Authors:
Moldenke
Source:
cmp
Year:
1947
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 2: 215 (1947)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605832
Common Names
- Loose-flowered False Pimpernel
- Loose-flowered Cissampelos
- Loose-flowered False Pimpernel
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cissampelos laxiflora (also called Loose-Flowered Cissampelos, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a climbing vine, with small, heart-shaped leaves and yellow-green flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Cissampelos laxiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, stomach pain, and inflammation. It is also used to treat snake bites.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cissampelos laxiflora 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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Cissampelos laxiflora is a small evergreen vine native to tropical Asia. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Cissampelos laxiflora
Cissampelos laxiflora is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats mountain range.
Cissampelos laxiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cissampelos laxiflora?
Cissampelos laxiflora
What is the common name of Cissampelos laxiflora?
Laxiflora Cissampelos
What is the natural habitat of Cissampelos laxiflora?
Tropical and subtropical forests of South America
Species in the Cissampelos genus
Cissampelos andromorpha, Cissampelos capensis, Cissampelos fasciculata, Cissampelos friesiorum, Cissampelos glaberrima, Cissampelos grandifolia, Cissampelos hirta, Cissampelos hispida, Cissampelos laxiflora, Cissampelos mucronata, Cissampelos nepalensis, Cissampelos nigrescens, Cissampelos ovalifolia, Cissampelos owariensis, Cissampelos pareira, Cissampelos rigidifolia, Cissampelos sympodialis, Cissampelos tenuipes, Cissampelos torulosa, Cissampelos tropaeolifolia, Cissampelos verticillata, Cissampelos arenicola,
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-2722000: Based on the initial data import
Harold Norman Moldenke (1909-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moldenke' in the authors string.