Cyclea scyphigera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scyphigera
ID:
632753
Status:
valid
Authors:
Suess. & Heine
Source:
cmp
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 2: 59 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632085
Common Names
- Scyphigera Cyclea
- Scyphigera Cycles
- Scyphigera Cycle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cyclea scyphigera (also called Scyphigera Cyclea, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to Southeast Asia. It has tendrils and entire leaves, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions in wet and dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cyclea scyphigera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyclea scyphigera has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cyclea scyphigera is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a warm, moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Cyclea scyphigera
Cyclea scyphigera can be found in the Himalayas, India.
Cyclea scyphigera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyclea scyphigera?
Cyclea scyphigera
What is the family of Cyclea scyphigera?
Menispermaceae
What is the common name of Cyclea scyphigera?
Scyphigera Cyclea
Where is Cyclea scyphigera native to?
South America
Species in the Cyclea genus
Cyclea acuminatissima, Cyclea aphylla, Cyclea apoensis, Cyclea atjehensis, Cyclea barbata, Cyclea bicristata, Cyclea caudata, Cyclea cauliflora, Cyclea debiliflora, Cyclea densiflora, Cyclea elegans, Cyclea fansipanensis, Cyclea fissicalyx, Cyclea gracillima, Cyclea hainanensis, Cyclea hypoglauca, Cyclea insularis, Cyclea kinabaluensis, Cyclea laxiflora, Cyclea longgangensis, Cyclea meeboldii, Cyclea merrillii, Cyclea migoana, Cyclea ochiaiana, Cyclea peltata, Cyclea pendulina, Cyclea peregrina, Cyclea polypetala, Cyclea racemosa, Cyclea robusta, Cyclea scyphigera, Cyclea sutchuenensis, Cyclea tonkinensis, Cyclea varians, Cyclea wallichii, Cyclea wattii,
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-2750044: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Heino Heine (1923-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heine' in the authors string.
Karl Suessenguth (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suess.' in the authors string.