Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nervosa
ID:
592382

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Planch.) Suess.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 20d: 282 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591714



Common Names

  • Cayratia nervosa
  • Nervosa Cayratia
  • Cayratia Vine


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Synonyms

  • Cissus nervosa Planch. [unknown]

Description

Cayratia nervosa (also called Nervosa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 meters tall. It is native to the Andean region of South America, and is found in montane forests and cloud forests. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cayratia nervosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for erosion control and to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cayratia nervosa is white and has five petals. Its seeds are small and round and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cayratia nervosa is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Cayratia nervosa

Cayratia nervosa is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Cayratia nervosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cayratia nervosa?

Cayratia nervosa

What type of plant is Cayratia nervosa?

Vine

Where is Cayratia nervosa native to?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Cayratia genus

Cayratia lanceolata, Cayratia acris, Cayratia acuminata, Cayratia albifolia, Cayratia anemonifolia, Cayratia apoensis, Cayratia calcicola, Cayratia cambodiana, Cayratia cardiophylla, Cayratia cardiospermoidea, Cayratia ceratophora, Cayratia ciliifera, Cayratia clematidea, Cayratia cordifolia, Cayratia corniculata, Cayratia cumingiana, Cayratia cuneata, Cayratia daliensis, Cayratia debilis, Cayratia delicatula, Cayratia dichromocarpa, Cayratia eurynema, Cayratia fugongensis, Cayratia gracilis, Cayratia hayatae, Cayratia ibuensis, Cayratia imerinensis, Cayratia irosinensis, Cayratia lineata, Cayratia longiflora, Cayratia maritima, Cayratia medoensis, Cayratia megacarpa, Cayratia melananthera, Cayratia menglaensis, Cayratia mollissima, Cayratia nervosa, Cayratia novemfolia, Cayratia oligocarpa, Cayratia palauana, Cayratia palmata, Cayratia pedata, Cayratia pellita, Cayratia polydactyla, Cayratia pterita, Cayratia reticulata, Cayratia ridleyi, Cayratia roxburghii, Cayratia saponaria, Cayratia schumanniana,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2706560: Based on the initial data import
Karl Suessenguth (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suess.' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.