Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
obtusata
ID:
532224

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Vigne Amér. Vitic. Eur. 9: 48 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531556



Common Names

  • Ampelocissus obtusata
  • Obtusata Creeper
  • Climbing Vine


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Synonyms

  • Vitis obtusata Welw. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Ampelocissus aesculifolia Gilg & M.Brandt [unknown]
  • Ampelocissus arcuata Planch. [unknown]
  • Ampelocissus brunneo-rubra Gilg [unknown]
  • Ampelocissus quercifolia Gilg & M.Brandt [unknown]
  • Vitis arcuata Welw. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Vitis obtusata quercifolia Rolfe [unknown]

Description

Ampelocissus obtusata (also called Obtuse-leaved Creeper, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the grape family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is an evergreen climber with tendrils and can grow up to 15 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Ampelocissus obtusata is a climbing plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and can be used to cover walls and fences. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to create a natural screen or hedge.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ampelocissus obtusata sub. kirkiana (Planch.) Wild & R.B.Drumm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ampelocissus obtusata is a small, yellow, star-shaped inflorescence. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nut. The seedlings are small, with narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ampelocissus obtusata can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Stem cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Ampelocissus obtusata

Ampelocissus obtusata is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, woodlands, and along riverbanks.

Ampelocissus obtusata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ampelocissus obtusata?

Ampelocissus obtusata

What is the common name of Ampelocissus obtusata?

Blunt-leaved vine

Where is Ampelocissus obtusata native to?

Central America

Species in the Ampelocissus genus

Ampelocissus birii, Ampelocissus abyssinica, Ampelocissus acapulcensis, Ampelocissus acetosa, Ampelocissus aculeata, Ampelocissus africana, Ampelocissus amentaceus, Ampelocissus angolensis, Ampelocissus arachnoidea, Ampelocissus araneosa, Ampelocissus artemisiifolia, Ampelocissus ascendiflora, Ampelocissus banaensis, Ampelocissus barbata, Ampelocissus bombycina, Ampelocissus borneensis, Ampelocissus botryostachys, Ampelocissus butoensis, Ampelocissus capillaris, Ampelocissus cardiospermoides, Ampelocissus celebica, Ampelocissus chaffanjonii, Ampelocissus changensis, Ampelocissus cinnamomea, Ampelocissus complanata, Ampelocissus concinna, Ampelocissus debilis, Ampelocissus dekindtiana, Ampelocissus dichothrix, Ampelocissus dissecta, Ampelocissus divaricata, Ampelocissus dolichobotrys, Ampelocissus edulis, Ampelocissus elegans, Ampelocissus elephantina, Ampelocissus erdvendbergianus, Ampelocissus filipes, Ampelocissus floccosus, Ampelocissus frutescens, Ampelocissus gardineri, Ampelocissus gracilipes, Ampelocissus gracilis, Ampelocissus harmandii, Ampelocissus helferi, Ampelocissus hoabinhensis, Ampelocissus humulifolia, Ampelocissus imperialis, Ampelocissus indica, Ampelocissus iomalla, Ampelocissus javalensis,

Species in the Vitaceae family

Acareosperma spireanum, Ampelocissus birii, Ampelocissus abyssinica, Ampelocissus acapulcensis, Ampelocissus acetosa, Ampelocissus aculeata, Ampelocissus africana, Ampelocissus amentaceus, Ampelocissus angolensis, Ampelocissus arachnoidea, Ampelocissus araneosa, Ampelocissus artemisiifolia, Ampelocissus ascendiflora, Ampelocissus banaensis, Ampelocissus barbata, Ampelocissus bombycina, Ampelocissus borneensis, Ampelocissus botryostachys, Ampelocissus butoensis, Ampelocissus capillaris, Ampelocissus cardiospermoides, Ampelocissus celebica, Ampelocissus chaffanjonii, Ampelocissus changensis, Ampelocissus cinnamomea, Ampelocissus complanata, Ampelocissus concinna, Ampelocissus debilis, Ampelocissus dekindtiana, Ampelocissus dichothrix, Ampelocissus dissecta, Ampelocissus divaricata, Ampelocissus dolichobotrys, Ampelocissus edulis, Ampelocissus elegans, Ampelocissus elephantina, Ampelocissus erdvendbergianus, Ampelocissus filipes, Ampelocissus floccosus, Ampelocissus frutescens, Ampelocissus gardineri, Ampelocissus gracilipes, Ampelocissus gracilis, Ampelocissus harmandii, Ampelocissus helferi, Ampelocissus hoabinhensis, Ampelocissus humulifolia, Ampelocissus imperialis, Ampelocissus indica, Ampelocissus iomalla,

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