Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
prainianus
ID:
614286

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) A.Pramanik & Thoth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 42: 706 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613618



Common Names

  • Cocculus Prainianus
  • Prain's Cocculus
  • Prain Cocculus


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Synonyms

  • Pericampylus prainianus Diels [unknown]

Description

Cocculus prainianus (also called Prain's Moonseed, 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 India. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cocculus prainianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It has attractive foliage and produces small, white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cocculus prainianus 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 prainianus 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 prainianus

Cocculus prainianus can be found in India, Southeast Asia, and Australia.

Cocculus prainianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cocculus prainianus?

Cocculus prainianus

What is the common name of Cocculus prainianus?

Prain's Cocculus

What is the habitat of Cocculus prainianus?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2729724: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Arabinda Pramanik (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Pramanik' in the authors string.
K. Thothathri (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thoth.' in the authors string.