Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
hemsleyanum
ID:
737134

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels & Gilg

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 29: 463 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000736467



Common Names

  • Hemsley's Tetrastigma
  • Hemsleyanum Tetrastigma
  • Hemsley's Tetrastigma


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Synonyms

  • Tetrastigma alatum H.L.Li [unknown]
  • Vitis bioritsensis Hayata [unknown]
  • Vitis labordei H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
  • Vitis esquirolii H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
  • Tetrastigma dentatum (Hayata) H.L.Li [unknown]
  • Tetrastigma bioritsense (Hayata) Hsu & Kuoh [unknown]

Description

Tetrastigma hemsleyanum (also called Hemsley's Climber, among many other common names) is a woody, evergreen climber native to Southeast Asia. It has large, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Tetrastigma hemsleyanum is an attractive ornamental plant with bright white flowers. It is often used in gardens and flower beds to add a splash of color. It is also known to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tetrastigma hemsleyanum is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetrastigma hemsleyanum, commonly known as Hemsley's Tetrastigma, is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has white, star-shaped flowers and can reach heights of up to 12 inches. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring. The divisions should be planted in a mixture of sand and peat moss and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Tetrastigma hemsleyanum

Tetrastigma hemsleyanum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos.

Tetrastigma hemsleyanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetrastigma hemsleyanum?

Tetrastigma hemsleyanum

What is the common name of Tetrastigma hemsleyanum?

Hemsley's vine

What is the natural habitat of Tetrastigma hemsleyanum?

Tetrastigma hemsleyanum is found in tropical and subtropical forests

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2872064: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.