Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
acuminatissima
ID:
632709

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Pap. Michigan Acad. Sci. 24: 68 (1938 publ. 1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632041



Common Names

  • Cyclea acuminatissima
  • Acuminatissima Cyclea
  • Cyclea of Acuminatissima


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Description

Cyclea acuminatissima (also called Sharp-Toothed Cyclea, among many other common names) is a climbing plant that is native to tropical regions of the Pacific. It has light green, heart-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cyclea acuminatissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyclea acuminatissima is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals, each with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyclea acuminatissima is a tropical evergreen climber that is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy stem and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root in about 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Cyclea acuminatissima

Cyclea acuminatissima can be found in tropical and subtropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

Cyclea acuminatissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyclea acuminatissima?

Cyclea acuminatissima

What is the family of Cyclea acuminatissima?

Menispermaceae

What is the common name of Cyclea acuminatissima?

Acuminatissima Cyclea

Where is Cyclea acuminatissima native to?

South America

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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