Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rostrata
ID:
607445

Status:
valid

Authors:
Korth. ex Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 5: 500 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000606777



Common Names

  • Cissus rostrata
  • Rostrate Cissus
  • Rostrate Vine


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Synonyms

  • Vitis furcata M.A.Lawson [unknown]
  • Vitis rostrata Miq. [unknown]
  • Cissus furcata Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Cissus purpurascens Zipp. ex Miq. [unknown]

Description

Cissus rostrata (also called Beaked Grape, among many other common names) is a deciduous, woody, perennial climber native to tropical Africa. It has glossy, dark green, ovate leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cissus rostrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a climbing habit and can be used to cover walls and fences. It is also used to create a tropical look in gardens and can be used for ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cissus rostrata has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cissus rostrata 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 rostrata

Cissus rostrata is native to tropical regions of South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Cissus rostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cissus rostrata?

Cissus rostrata

What is the common name of Cissus rostrata?

Beaked Grape

What type of plant is Cissus rostrata?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2722870: Based on the initial data import
Pieter Willem Korthals (1807-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Korth.' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.