Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
opaca
ID:
507500

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Jackes & Rossetto

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Telopea 11: 390 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506832



Common Names

  • Clematicissus opaca
  • Opaque clematicissus
  • Opaque clematis


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Synonyms

  • Vitis opaca (F.Muell.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Cissus opaca F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Clematicissus opaca (also called Opaque Clematicissus, among many other common names) is a vine native to Southeast Asia. It has a twining habit and grows up to 10 meters long. Its leaves are dark green and its flowers are white. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Clematicissus opaca is used as a medicinal plant in traditional African medicine. It is used to treat fever, coughs, and malaria. The bark is also used to make a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clematicissus opaca is a white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clematicissus opaca is a fast-growing, evergreen climber that can reach up to 10m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Clematicissus opaca

Clematicissus opaca is native to the United States and can be found in the states of Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma.

Clematicissus opaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clematicissus opaca?

Clematicissus opaca

What is the common name of Clematicissus opaca?

Opaque Clematicissus

What is the natural habitat of Clematicissus opaca?

Dry grassland, scrub, and rocky slopes

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-2603992: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Betsy Rivers Jackes (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jackes' in the authors string.
Maurizio Rossetto: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rossetto' in the authors string.