Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
cordata
ID:
532323

Status:
valid

Authors:
Michx.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 1: 159 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531655



Common Names

  • Heart-leaved Ampelopsis
  • Heart-leaved Vine
  • Ampelopsis Cordata


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Synonyms

  • Vitis cordata (Michx.) Dum.Cours. [unknown]
  • Vitis indivisa Willd. [unknown]
  • Ampelopsis cordifolia Raf. [unknown]
  • Cissus ampelopsis Pers. [unknown]
  • Cissus indivisa Des Moul. [unknown]

Description

Ampelopsis cordata (also called Heartleaf peppervine, among many other common names) is a woody vine with heart-shaped leaves. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea, and is found in forests, woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ampelopsis cordata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ampelopsis cordata is small and greenish-white in color. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ampelopsis cordata is a deciduous, twining vine. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Ampelopsis cordata

Ampelopsis cordata can be found in parts of the United States, including parts of the Midwest and Southeast.

Ampelopsis cordata FAQ

What are the common names of Ampelopsis cordata?

Common names include heart-leaved ivy and heart-shaped ivy.

What is the growth rate of Ampelopsis cordata?

Ampelopsis cordata has a moderate growth rate.

What is the recommended soil type for Ampelopsis cordata?

Ampelopsis cordata prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

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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