Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
zanzibaricum
ID:
635445

Status:
valid

Authors:
Verdc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Vitac.: 97 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634777



Common Names

  • Cyphostemma zanzibaricum
  • Zanzibar Cyphostemma
  • Zanzibar-gland Cyphostemma


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Description

Cyphostemma zanzibaricum (also called Elephant's Foot, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to Madagascar. It has thick, fleshy, green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It prefers warm, dry climates and grows in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cyphostemma zanzibaricum is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source. It is also used in traditional African medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cyphostemma zanzibaricum are yellow and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are green and have three lobed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyphostemma zanzibaricum is a succulent shrub that can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from the stem and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and water lightly. The cutting should take root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Cyphostemma zanzibaricum

Cyphostemma zanzibaricum is native to Tanzania and can be found in the Zanzibar Archipelago.

Cyphostemma zanzibaricum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyphostemma zanzibaricum?

Cyphostemma zanzibaricum

What is the common name of Cyphostemma zanzibaricum?

Zanzibar Grape

What is the natural habitat of Cyphostemma zanzibaricum?

Dry woodlands and scrub in East 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,

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