Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
tenuissimum
ID:
635408

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gilg & R.E.Fr.) Desc. ex Wild & R.B.Drumm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Fl. Zambes. 2: 488 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634740



Common Names

  • Cyphostemma Tenuissimum
  • Very Thin Cyphostemma
  • Very Thin Cyphostemma


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Synonyms

  • Cissus tenuissima Gilg & R.E.Fr. [unknown]

Description

Cyphostemma tenuissimum (also called Slender Cyphostemma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grassland, sandy soils, and waste ground.

Uses & Benefits

Cyphostemma tenuissimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional African medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyphostemma tenuissimum is yellow, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyphostemma tenuissimum is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a stem cutting that is at least 3 inches long and remove the lower leaves. Allow the cutting to dry for a few days before planting it in well-draining soil. Water the soil lightly and keep it in a warm, sunny location. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Cyphostemma tenuissimum

Cyphostemma tenuissimum is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests and grasslands.

Cyphostemma tenuissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyphostemma tenuissimum?

Cyphostemma tenuissimum

What is the common name of Cyphostemma tenuissimum?

Tenuissimum Grape

What is the natural habitat of Cyphostemma tenuissimum?

Dry, rocky slopes in South Africa

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-2752918: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Descoings (1931-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desc.' in the authors string.
Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
Robert Bailey Drummond (1924-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.B.Drumm.' in the authors string.