Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
laevigatum
ID:
1146125

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
tro

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 1: 378 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001145463



Common Names

  • Tetrastigma laevigatum
  • Smooth-Stalked Tetrastigma
  • Smooth-Stalked Wild Grape


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Description

Tetrastigma laevigatum (also called Smooth-leaved grape ivy, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Vitaceae family. It is native to China, India, and Myanmar. It is a woody climber with tendrils and its leaves are simple and alternate. It grows in forests, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Tetrastigma laevigatum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant white flowers. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tetrastigma laevigatum is small, white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetrastigma laevigatum is a woody climber native to India. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. Once established, the plant requires minimal care.

Where to Find Tetrastigma laevigatum

Tetrastigma laevigatum is native to tropical regions of Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas.

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,

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