Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
cyphopetalum
ID:
635180

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fresen.) Desc. ex Wild & R.B.Drumm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Fl. Zambes. 2: 491 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634512



Common Names

  • Cyphopetalum Cyphostemma
  • Cyphostemma Cyphopetalum
  • Cyphopetalum Cyphostemma


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Synonyms

  • Cissus cyphopetala Fresen. [unknown]
  • Cissus egregia Gilg [unknown]
  • Cissus erythrochlora Gilg [unknown]
  • Cissus gallaensis Gilg & M.Brandt [unknown]
  • Cissus javellensis Lanza [unknown]
  • Cissus kaessneri Gilg & M.Brandt [unknown]
  • Cissus karaguensis Gilg [unknown]
  • Cissus macrothyrsa Gilg [unknown]
  • Cissus neghelliensis Lanza [unknown]
  • Cissus nieriensis T.C.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Cissus pachyrrhachis Gilg & M.Brandt [unknown]
  • Cissus pseudonivea Gilg & M.Brandt [unknown]
  • Cissus tenuipes Gilg & R.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Cyphostemma egregium (Gilg) Desc. [unknown]
  • Cyphostemma gallaense (Gilg & M.Brandt) Desc. [unknown]
  • Cyphostemma kaessneri (Gilg & M.Brandt) Desc. ex Wild & R.B.Drumm. [unknown]
  • Cyphostemma macrothyrsum (Gilg) Desc. [unknown]
  • Cyphostemma nieriense (T.C.E.Fr.) Desc. [unknown]
  • Cyphostemma pachyrrhachis (Gilg & M.Brandt) Desc. [unknown]
  • Cyphostemma pseudoniveum (Gilg & M.Brandt) Desc. [unknown]
  • Cyphostemma tenuipes (Gilg & R.E.Fr.) Desc. [unknown]
  • Cissus javellensis rotundata Lanza [unknown]
  • Vitis cyphopetala Baker [unknown]

Description

Cyphostemma cyphopetalum (also called Cyphopetalum Grape, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to South Africa and Namibia. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is characterized by its thick, fleshy leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cyphostemma cyphopetalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cyphostemma cyphopetalum var. nodiglandulosum (T.C.E.Fr.) Verdc.
Cyphostemma cyphopetalum sub. craterum Verdc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyphostemma cyphopetalum is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single, thin, white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyphostemma cyphopetalum is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and should be watered regularly, but not too often. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Cyphostemma cyphopetalum

Cyphostemma cyphopetalum is native to South Africa.

Cyphostemma cyphopetalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyphostemma cyphopetalum?

Cyphostemma cyphopetalum

What is the natural habitat of Cyphostemma cyphopetalum?

It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

What is the growth habit of Cyphostemma cyphopetalum?

It is a perennial, succulent shrub with a sprawling habit.

Species in the Cyphostemma genus

Cyphostemma ankaranense, Cyphostemma caerulans, Cyphostemma comorense, Cyphostemma labatii, Cyphostemma mandrakense, Cyphostemma marojejyense, Cyphostemma abercornense, Cyphostemma adamii, Cyphostemma adenanthum, Cyphostemma adenocarpum, Cyphostemma adenocaule, Cyphostemma adenopodum, Cyphostemma allophylloides, Cyphostemma alnifolium, Cyphostemma amplexicaule, Cyphostemma amplexum, Cyphostemma anatomicum, Cyphostemma ankirihitrense, Cyphostemma auriculatum, Cyphostemma bainesii, Cyphostemma bambuseti, Cyphostemma barbosae, Cyphostemma betiforme, Cyphostemma bidgoodiae, Cyphostemma biternatum, Cyphostemma boranense, Cyphostemma bororense, Cyphostemma braunii, Cyphostemma brieyi, Cyphostemma buchananii, Cyphostemma bullatum, Cyphostemma burgeri, Cyphostemma cabui, Cyphostemma camerounense, Cyphostemma chloroleucum, Cyphostemma chrysadenium, Cyphostemma cirrhosum, Cyphostemma congestum, Cyphostemma cornigera, Cyphostemma cornus-africani, Cyphostemma crassiusculum, Cyphostemma crinitum, Cyphostemma cristigerum, Cyphostemma crithmifolium, Cyphostemma crotalarioides, Cyphostemma cryptoglandulosum, Cyphostemma cuneatum, Cyphostemma currorii, Cyphostemma curvipodum, Cyphostemma cymosum,

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-2752703: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Descoings (1931-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desc.' in the authors string.
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.
Georg Fresenius (1808-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fresen.' in the authors string.
Robert Bailey Drummond (1924-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.B.Drumm.' in the authors string.