Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quadrangularis
ID:
607405

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1767

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat., ed. 12. 2: 124. 1767 [15-31 Oct 1767]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000606737



Common Names

  • Quadrangular Cissus
  • Climbing Cissus
  • Climbing Grape


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Synonyms

  • Vitis quadrangularis (L.) Wall. ex Wight [unknown]
  • Cissus bifida Schumach. & Thonn. [unknown]
  • Cissus edulis Dalzell [unknown]
  • Cissus quadrangulus L. [unknown]
  • Cissus quadrangula Salisb. [unknown]
  • Cissus succulenta Burtt Davy [unknown]
  • Cissus tetragona Harv. [unknown]
  • Cissus tetraptera Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Cissus triandra Schumach. & Thonn. [unknown]
  • Vitis succulenta Galpin [unknown]

Description

Cissus quadrangularis (also called Square-Stemmed Cissus, among many other common names) is a woody, perennial vine with tendrils and small, ovate leaves. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia, and is usually found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cissus quadrangularis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make a traditional Chinese medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cissus quadrangularis var. pubescens Dewit
Cissus quadrangularis var. aculeatangula Verdc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cissus quadrangularis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cissus quadrangularis is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial vine that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Cissus quadrangularis

Cissus quadrangularis can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Cissus quadrangularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cissus quadrangularis?

Cissus quadrangularis

What is the common name of Cissus quadrangularis?

Quadrangular Cissus

What type of plant is Cissus quadrangularis?

Vine

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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