Cissus dinklagei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
Gilg & M.Brandt
Source:
cmp
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 46: 447, 476 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000606220
Common Names
- Dinklagei Cissus
- Dinklagei Grape Ivy
- Dinklagei Ivy
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- Cissus dinklagei pilosa Desc. [unknown]
Description
Cissus dinklagei (also called 'Climbing Cissus', among many other common names) is a woody, evergreen, perennial climber native to tropical Africa. It has glossy, dark green, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in forests, woodlands, and on rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Cissus dinklagei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cissus dinklagei are small, white in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cissus dinklagei is an evergreen, perennial climber native to tropical Africa. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by stem cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Cissus dinklagei
Cissus dinklagei is native to Colombia and can be found in forests at elevations of 1,000-2,000m.
Cissus dinklagei FAQ
What type of plant is Cissus dinklagei?
Cissus dinklagei is a species of flowering plant in the grape family, Vitaceae.
Where is Cissus dinklagei native to?
Cissus dinklagei is native to tropical Africa.
What is the growth habit of Cissus dinklagei?
Cissus dinklagei is a climbing shrub with woody stems.
Species in the Cissus genus
Cissus zombitsy, Cissus acreensis, Cissus acris, Cissus adamii, Cissus adeyana, Cissus adnata, Cissus alata, Cissus albida, Cissus albiporcata, Cissus amapaensis, Cissus ambongensis, Cissus amoena, Cissus anemonifolia, Cissus angustata, Cissus anisophylla, Cissus annamica, Cissus antandroy, Cissus antarctica, Cissus anulata, Cissus apendiculata, Cissus aphylla, Cissus aphyllantha, Cissus araguainensis, Cissus aralioides, Cissus arguta, Cissus aristata, Cissus aristolochiifolia, Cissus aristolochioides, Cissus arnottiana, Cissus assamica, Cissus astrotricha, Cissus aubertiana, Cissus auricomus, Cissus austroyunnanensis, Cissus bachmaensis, Cissus bahiensis, Cissus barbeyana, Cissus barteri, Cissus bathyrhakodes, Cissus bauerleni, Cissus bequaertii, Cissus bicolor, Cissus biformifolia, Cissus blanchetiana, Cissus boivinii, Cissus boliviana, Cissus bosseri, Cissus bracteosa, Cissus brevipes, Cissus cactiformis,
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-2722360: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
Max Brandt (1884-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Brandt' in the authors string.