Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
ellipticum
ID:
458346

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 11: 138 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457678



Common Names

  • Tetrastigma ellipticum
  • Ellipticum's Tetrastigma
  • Tetrastigma's Ellipticum


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Description

Tetrastigma ellipticum (also called Chinese grape, among many other common names) is a perennial woody vine native to China and India. It has a climbing habit and can reach up to 8 m in length. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in forests, woodlands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tetrastigma ellipticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, pain, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetrastigma ellipticum flowers are small, yellowish-green in colour, and have four petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetrastigma ellipticum is a climbing shrub native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Tetrastigma ellipticum

Tetrastigma ellipticum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Tetrastigma ellipticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetrastigma ellipticum?

Tetrastigma ellipticum

What is the natural habitat of Tetrastigma ellipticum?

Tetrastigma ellipticum is native to tropical Asia, from India to China.

What are the growth requirements of Tetrastigma ellipticum?

Tetrastigma ellipticum requires moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

Species in the Tetrastigma genus

Tetrastigma amboinense, Tetrastigma angustifolium, Tetrastigma oliviforme, Tetrastigma harmandii, Tetrastigma hookeri, Tetrastigma rafflesiae, Tetrastigma gaudichaudianum, Tetrastigma papillosum, Tetrastigma papuanum, Tetrastigma pergamaceum, Tetrastigma mutabile, Tetrastigma dichotomum, Tetrastigma ramentaceum, Tetrastigma articulatum, Tetrastigma quadridens, Tetrastigma thomsonianum, Tetrastigma retinervium, Tetrastigma robustum, Tetrastigma rupestre, Tetrastigma scariosum, Tetrastigma tetragynum, Tetrastigma subsuberosum, Tetrastigma heterophyllum, Tetrastigma crenatum, Tetrastigma coriaceum, Tetrastigma clementis, Tetrastigma cambodianum, Tetrastigma brunneum, Tetrastigma beauvaisii, Tetrastigma chapaense, Tetrastigma havilandii, Tetrastigma gilgianum, Tetrastigma gibbosum, Tetrastigma backanense, Tetrastigma enervium, Tetrastigma ellipticum, Tetrastigma eberhardtii, Tetrastigma diepenhorstii, Tetrastigma gamblei, Tetrastigma bambusetorum, Tetrastigma annamense, Tetrastigma andamanicum, Tetrastigma taeniatum, Tetrastigma robinsonii, Tetrastigma quadrangulum, Tetrastigma pyriforme, Tetrastigma pullei, Tetrastigma schlechteri, Tetrastigma schraderi-montis, Tetrastigma poilanei,

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,