Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kerrii
ID:
607108

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib

Source:
cmp

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1911: 31 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000606440



Common Names

  • Cissus Kerrii
  • Kerri's Cissus
  • Kerri's Grape Ivy


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Synonyms

  • Cissus modeccoides kerrii (Craib) Craib [unknown]
  • Cissus modeccoides subintegra Gagnep. [unknown]

Description

Cissus kerrii (also called ‘Kerri’s Cissus’, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the grape family. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, and is found in moist forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cissus kerrii 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 kerrii are small, greenish-white, and clustered in umbels. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cissus kerrii 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 kerrii

Cissus kerrii can be found in tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola and in Madagascar.

Cissus kerrii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cissus kerrii?

Cissus kerrii

What is the family of Cissus kerrii?

Vitaceae

What is the common name of Cissus kerrii?

Ker's Grape

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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