Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Lév. & Vaniot) Rehder
Source:
cmp
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 15: 23 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531627
Common Names
- Bodinier's Ampelopsis
- Bodinier's Vine
- Ampelopsis Bodinieri
Synonyms
- Vitis bodinieri H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
- Ampelopsis micans Rehder [unknown]
- Ampelopsis bodinieri cinerea (Gagnep.) Rehder [unknown]
- Ampelopsis heterophylla cinerea Gagnep. [unknown]
- Ampelopsis micans cinerea (Gagnep.) Rehder [unknown]
- Vitis micans (Rehder) Bean [unknown]
- Vitis lyjoannis H.Lév. [unknown]
- Ampelopsis bodinieri bodinieri [unknown]
Description
Ampelopsis bodinieri (also called Bodinier's Vine, among many other common names) is a woody, deciduous climber native to East Asia. It has ovate-shaped, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist forests and along streams in East Asia.
Uses & Benefits
Ampelopsis bodinieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ampelopsis bodinieri is small and greenish-white in color. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ampelopsis bodinieri is a fast-growing climber that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate partial shade.
Where to Find Ampelopsis bodinieri
Ampelopsis bodinieri can be found in moist forests in eastern North America.
Ampelopsis bodinieri FAQ
What are the common names of Ampelopsis bodinieri?
Common names include Chinese ivy, Japanese ivy, and Chinese creeper.
What is the growth rate of Ampelopsis bodinieri?
Ampelopsis bodinieri has a moderate growth rate.
What is the recommended soil type for Ampelopsis bodinieri?
Ampelopsis bodinieri prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Species in the Ampelopsis genus
Ampelopsis acerifolia,
Ampelopsis aconitifolia,
Ampelopsis acutidentata,
Ampelopsis bodinieri,
Ampelopsis cantoniensis,
Ampelopsis chondisensis,
Ampelopsis cordata,
Ampelopsis delavayana,
Ampelopsis denudata,
Ampelopsis glandulosa,
Ampelopsis humulifolia,
Ampelopsis japonica,
Ampelopsis mollifolia,
Ampelopsis orientalis,
Ampelopsis tomentosa,
Ampelopsis vitifolia,
Ampelopsis delavayana,
Ampelopsis wangii,
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,