Cissus erecta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
S.H.Cho & Y.D.Kim
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 260: 291 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345764
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Cissus erecta (also called Cissus erecta, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Vitaceae family. It is native to South America and typically grows in open areas, along roadsides, and in disturbed sites. It has a shrubby stem and long, narrow leaves. The flowers are yellow and have six petals.
Uses & Benefits
Cissus erecta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cissus erecta has small, yellow-green flowers and small, round, black seeds. Its seedlings have small, round, green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cissus erecta is a perennial plant that grows best in partial shade and well-drained soil. It is propagated by cuttings in spring or fall. The cuttings should be planted about 4 inches deep and spaced about 4 inches apart. It is best to water the plants regularly and fertilize them in the spring.
Where to Find Cissus erecta
Cissus erecta can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Cissus erecta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cissus erecta?
Cissus erecta
What type of plant is Cissus erecta?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Vitaceae
Where is Cissus erecta native to?
Cissus erecta is native to tropical Africa
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
Young-Dong Kim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.D.Kim' in the authors string.
Seong Hyun Cho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.H.Cho' in the authors string.
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