Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diversilobatus
ID:
606897

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.A.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Man. Pl. Transvaal 2: xx, 475 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000606229



Common Names

  • Diversilobate Cissus
  • Diversilobate Grape Ivy
  • Diversilobate Ivy


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Description

Cissus diversilobatus (also called 'Grape Ivy', among many other common names) is a woody, evergreen, perennial climber native to tropical Africa. It has glossy, dark green, lobed leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in forests, woodlands, and on rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Cissus diversilobatus is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and for erosion control. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cissus diversilobatus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Cissus diversilobatus 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 diversilobatus

Cissus diversilobatus is native to Colombia and can be found in forests at elevations of 1,000-2,000m.

Cissus diversilobatus FAQ

What type of plant is Cissus diversilobatus?

Cissus diversilobatus is a species of flowering plant in the grape family, Vitaceae.

Where is Cissus diversilobatus native to?

Cissus diversilobatus is native to tropical Africa.

What is the growth habit of Cissus diversilobatus?

Cissus diversilobatus 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,

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