Cissampelos nepalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nepalensis
ID:
606519
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rhodes
Source:
cmp
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 30: 475 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605851
Common Names
- Nepal False Pimpernel
- Nepal Cissampelos
- Nepal False Pimpernel
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cissampelos nepalensis (also called Nepal 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 nepalensis 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 nepalensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cissampelos nepalensis 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 nepalensis
Cissampelos nepalensis is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Cissampelos nepalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cissampelos nepalensis?
Cissampelos nepalensis
What is the common name of Cissampelos nepalensis?
Nepalese Cissampelos
What is the natural habitat of Cissampelos nepalensis?
Tropical and subtropical forests of Nepal
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-2722018: Based on the initial data import
Philip Grafton Mole Rhodes (1885-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rhodes' in the authors string.