Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
mucronata
ID:
606516

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Fl. Seneg. Tent. : 11 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605848



Common Names

  • Pointed False Pimpernel
  • Pointed Cissampelos
  • Pointed False Pimpernel


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Synonyms

  • Cissampelos apiculata Hochst. [unknown]
  • Cissampelos aristolochiifolia Fenzl [unknown]
  • Cissampelos comata Miers [unknown]
  • Cissampelos macrostachya Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Cissampelos senensis Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Cissampelos vogelii Miers [unknown]
  • Cissampelos zairensis Miers [unknown]
  • Cissampelos pareira reniformis Welw. ex Hiern [unknown]
  • Cissampelos pareira deglabrescens Welw. ex Hiern [unknown]
  • Cissampelos pareira asperifolia Welw. ex Hiern [unknown]
  • Cissampelos pareira macrostachya (Klotzsch) T.Durand & Schinz [unknown]
  • Cissampelos pareira mucronata (A.Rich.) T.Durand & Schinz [unknown]
  • Cissampelos pareira pachyphylla Diels [unknown]
  • Cissampelos pareira senensis (Klotzsch) T.Durand & Schinz [unknown]
  • Cissampelos pareira zairensis (Miers) T.Durand & Schinz [unknown]
  • Cissampelos pareira mucronata (A.Rich.) Engl. [unknown]

Description

Cissampelos mucronata (also called Pointed 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 mucronata 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 mucronata 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 mucronata 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 mucronata

Cissampelos mucronata can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and China.

Cissampelos mucronata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cissampelos mucronata?

Cissampelos mucronata

What is the common name of Cissampelos mucronata?

Mucronate Cissampelos

What is the natural habitat of Cissampelos mucronata?

Tropical and subtropical forests of South America

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