Cissampelos rigidifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rigidifolia
ID:
606571
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Engl.) Diels
Source:
cmp
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 94: 303 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605903
Common Names
- Rigid False Pimpernel
- Rigid Cissampelos
- Rigid False Pimpernel
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- Cissampelos rigidifolia lanuginosa Troupin [unknown]
Description
Cissampelos rigidifolia (also called 'Rigid Cissampelos', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Menispermaceae family. It is native to South America, where it grows in rocky habitats at high altitudes.
Uses & Benefits
Cissampelos rigidifolia 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 rigidifolia has small white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cissampelos rigidifolia 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 rigidifolia
Cissampelos rigidifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Cissampelos rigidifolia FAQ
What is the common name of Cissampelos rigidifolia?
Rigid-Leaved Cissampelos
What is the growth habit of Cissampelos rigidifolia?
It is a perennial vine with woody stems
What is the native range of Cissampelos rigidifolia?
It is native to tropical regions of the Americas
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-2722068: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.