Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
scandens
ID:
444574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lour.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1790

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cochinch. : 621 (1790)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443906



Common Names

  • Limacia scandens
  • Scandens Limacia
  • Limacia Scandens


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Synonyms

  • Limacia cerasifera Becc. [unknown]
  • Limacia velutina Miers [unknown]
  • Cocculus velutinus Wall. [unknown]

Description

Limacia scandens (also called Climbing Limacia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Limacia scandens is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Limacia scandens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Limacia scandens is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Limacia scandens

Limacia scandens can be found in the Mediterranean.

Limacia scandens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Limacia scandens?

Limacia scandens

Where does Limacia scandens grow?

Limacia scandens grows in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

What is the common name of Limacia scandens?

Limacia scandens is commonly known as the Climbing Limacia.

Species in the Limacia genus

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,