Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
vitacea
ID:
474996

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Knerr) Hitchc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Spring Fl. Manhattan : 26 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474328



Common Names

  • Parthenocissus vitacea
  • Vitacea Vine
  • Vitacea Climber


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Synonyms

  • Parthenocissus quinquefolia vitacea (Knerr) L.H.Bailey [unknown]
  • Psedera vitacea (Knerr) Greene [unknown]
  • Ampelopsis macrophylla hort. ex Dippel [unknown]
  • Ampelopsis quinquefolia vitacea Knerr [unknown]
  • Parthenocissus inserta laciniata (Planch.) Rehder [unknown]
  • Parthenocissus quinquefolia laciniata Planch. [unknown]
  • Vitis quinquefolia macrophylla Lauche [unknown]
  • Vitis vitacea laciniata (Planch. ex DC.) Bean [unknown]
  • Parthenocissus vitacea dubia Rehder [unknown]
  • Psedera vitacea dubia Rehder [unknown]
  • Psedera laciniata Greene [unknown]
  • Psedera vitacea laciniata Rehder [unknown]
  • Parthenocissus laciniata Small [unknown]
  • Parthenocissus vitacea laciniata Rehder [unknown]
  • Parthenocissus inserta dubia Rehder [deprecated]

Description

Parthenocissus vitacea (also called Parthenocissus, among many other common names) is a species of vine that is native to the temperate regions of North America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves that are covered in a white, waxy coating, and its flowers are small and yellow. It is found in humid forests and is often found growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Parthenocissus vitacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parthenocissus vitacea has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parthenocissus vitacea is a tropical plant that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and partial shade. It should be planted in well-draining soil and watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Parthenocissus vitacea

Parthenocissus vitacea is native to East Asia. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and along streams.

Parthenocissus vitacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parthenocissus vitacea?

Parthenocissus vitacea

What is the common name of Parthenocissus vitacea?

Vitacea

What is the family of Parthenocissus vitacea?

Vitaceae

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

A. S. Hitchcock (1865-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hitchc.' in the authors string.
Ellsworth Brownell Knerr (1861-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Knerr' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:184109-2: Based on the initial data import