Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thalictrifolia
ID:
592411

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Planch.) Suess.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 20d: 278 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591743



Common Names

  • Cayratia Thalictrifolia
  • Thalictrum-Leaved Vines
  • Thalictrum-Leaved Wild Grape


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Synonyms

  • Cissus thalictrifolia Planch. [unknown]

Description

Cayratia thalictrifolia (also called Thalictrifolia, 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 thalictrifolia 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 thalictrifolia has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cayratia thalictrifolia 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 thalictrifolia

Cayratia thalictrifolia 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 thalictrifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cayratia thalictrifolia?

Cayratia thalictrifolia

What is the common name of Cayratia thalictrifolia?

Thalictrum-leaved Cayratia

What is the natural habitat of Cayratia thalictrifolia?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2706587: 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.