Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rotundifolia
ID:
607447

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vahl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. 3: 19 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000606779



Common Names

  • Round-Leaved Cissus
  • Round-Leaved Grape
  • Round-Leaved Ivy


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Synonyms

  • Vitis forskahlii Blatt. [unknown]
  • Cissus crassifolia Planch. [unknown]
  • Vitis crassifolia Baker [unknown]
  • Saelanthus rotundifolius Forssk. [unknown]

Description

Cissus rotundifolia (also called Round-leaved 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 rotundifolia 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cissus rotundifolia var. ferrugineopubescens Verdc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cissus rotundifolia 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 rotundifolia 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 rotundifolia

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

Cissus rotundifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cissus rotundifolia?

Cissus rotundifolia

What is the common name of Cissus rotundifolia?

Round-leaf Grape

What type of plant is Cissus rotundifolia?

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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