Cissus tiliiformis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Desc.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 112: 479 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000606964
Common Names
- Cissus tiliiformis
- Tiliiformis Cissus
- Tiliiformis Grape Ivy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cissus tiliiformis (also called Tilia-like 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 tiliiformis 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 tiliiformis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers, and small, black seeds. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cissus tiliiformis is a woody vine that can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through stem cuttings.
Where to Find Cissus tiliiformis
Cissus tiliiformis is native to the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia. It can be found in moist, shady areas, often near streams and rivers.
Cissus tiliiformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cissus tiliiformis?
Cissus tiliiformis
What type of plant is Cissus tiliiformis?
Vine
What is the natural habitat of Cissus tiliiformis?
Tropical forests
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-2723040: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Descoings (1931-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desc.' in the authors string.