Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
614246

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 94: 232 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613578



Common Names

  • Cocculus Madagascariensis
  • Madagascar Cocculus
  • Madagascan Cocculus


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Description

Cocculus madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Snailseed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the moonseed family, Menispermaceae. It is a woody climber with twining stems and is native to Madagascar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cocculus madagascariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. Its leaves are edible and can be cooked like spinach. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cocculus madagascariensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant with a single stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cocculus madagascariensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, it should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Cocculus madagascariensis

Cocculus madagascariensis can be found in Madagascar.

Cocculus madagascariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cocculus madagascariensis?

Cocculus madagascariensis

What is the common name of Cocculus madagascariensis?

Madagascar Cocculus

What is the habitat of Cocculus madagascariensis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas

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,

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