Cissus senegalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lavie
Source:
cmp
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Bull. Inst. Fondam. Afrique Noire, Sér. A, Sci. Nat. 43: 254 (1981 publ. 1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000606832
Common Names
- Senegal Cissus
- Senegal Grape
- Senegal Ivy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cissus senegalensis (also called Senegal 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 senegalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating wounds and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cissus senegalensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cissus senegalensis is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial vine that can reach lengths of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be about 6 inches long and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location until the cuttings begin to root.
Where to Find Cissus senegalensis
Cissus senegalensis is native to tropical regions of Africa and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the continent.
Cissus senegalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cissus senegalensis?
Cissus senegalensis
What is the family of Cissus senegalensis?
Vitaceae
What is the common name of Cissus senegalensis?
Senegalese Cissus
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-2722920: Based on the initial data import
Pierre Lavie: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavie' in the authors string.