Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
simsiana
ID:
1331262

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roem. & Schult.) Lombardi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 227: 296 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343716



Common Names

  • Clematicissus Simsiana
  • Sims' Clematicissus
  • Simsiana Clematicissus


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Description

Clematicissus simsiana (also called Simsiana Clematicissus, among many other common names) is a woody vine with glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Clematicissus simsiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clematicissus simsiana is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clematicissus simsiana is a fast-growing, evergreen climber. It can be propagated by cuttings taken from semi-ripe wood in summer or by layering. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in a cold frame in spring.

Where to Find Clematicissus simsiana

Clematicissus simsiana can be found in the Western Ghats of India.

Clematicissus simsiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clematicissus simsiana?

Clematicissus simsiana

What is the natural habitat of Clematicissus simsiana?

Mountain forests in India

What are the common names of Clematicissus simsiana?

Sims' clematicissus

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

Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Johann Jacob Roemer (1763-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roem.' in the authors string.
Julio Antonio Lombardi (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lombardi' in the authors string.