Status:
valid
Authors:
(Keraudren) H.Schaef. & S.S.Renner
Source:
tro
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 133 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001040395
Common Names
- Ampelosicyos
- Leandrii
- Leandrii Ampelosicyos
Description
Ampelosicyos leandrii (also called Leandri's Vine, among many other common names) is a perennial, herbaceous climber. It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, sandy, and loamy soils. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Ampelosicyos leandrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ampelosicyos leandrii is small and inconspicuous, with a yellowish-green color. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ampelosicyos leandrii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and to fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month.
Where to Find Ampelosicyos leandrii
Ampelosicyos leandrii is native to Central America and the Caribbean.
Species in the Ampelosicyos genus
Species in the Cucurbitaceae family
Abobra tenuifolia,
Acanthosicyos horridus,
Actinostemma lobatum,
Actinostemma parvifolium,
Actinostemma tenerum,
Alsomitra macrocarpa,
Ampelosicyos humblotii,
Ampelosicyos major,
Ampelosicyos meridionalis,
Ampelosicyos scandens,
Ampelosicyos bosseri,
Ampelosicyos leandrii,
Ampelosycios meridionalis,
Ampelosycios scandens,
Apodanthera anatuyana,
Apodanthera argentea,
Apodanthera aspera,
Apodanthera biflora,
Apodanthera bradei,
Apodanthera cinerea,
Apodanthera eriocalyx,
Apodanthera fasciculata,
Apodanthera ferreyrana,
Apodanthera glaziovii,
Apodanthera hindii,
Apodanthera hirtella,
Apodanthera laciniosa,
Apodanthera linearis,
Apodanthera mandonii,
Apodanthera mathewsii,
Apodanthera palmeri,
Apodanthera sagittifolia,
Apodanthera smilacifolia,
Apodanthera succulenta,
Apodanthera tumbeziana,
Apodanthera ulei,
Apodanthera undulata,
Apodanthera villosa,
Apodanthera weberbaueri,
Apodanthera longipedicellata,
Austrobryonia argillicola,
Austrobryonia centralis,
Austrobryonia micrantha,
Austrobryonia pilbarensis,
Baijiania borneensis,
Baijiania taiwaniana,
Baijiania decipiens,
Baijiania smitinandii,
Bambekea racemosa,
Bayabusua clarkei,