Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simplicifolia
ID:
592407

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr.) Quisumb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 76(3): 46 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591739



Common Names

  • Cayratia Simplicifolia
  • Simple-Leaved Vines
  • Simple-Leaved Wild Grape


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Synonyms

  • Columella simplicifolia Merr. [unknown]

Description

Cayratia simplicifolia (also called Simplicifolia, 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 simplicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cayratia simplicifolia has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cayratia simplicifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sandy, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a sandy, well-drained soil. Both methods require regular watering and protection from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Cayratia simplicifolia

Cayratia simplicifolia is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cayratia simplicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cayratia simplicifolia?

Cayratia simplicifolia

What is the common name of Cayratia simplicifolia?

Simple-leaved Cayratia

What is the natural habitat of Cayratia simplicifolia?

Tropical rainforests

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

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Eduardo Quisumbing (1895-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quisumb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:869732-1: Based on the initial data import