Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
507415

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.L.Li) J.Wen & Z.D.Chen

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 28: 471 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506747

Common Names

  • Cayratia lanceolata
  • Lanceolata
  • Cayratia

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Synonyms

  • Cayratia mollissima lanceolata C.L.Li [unknown]

Description

Cayratia lanceolata (also called Lanceolate cayratia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in moist habitats such as woodlands, hedgerows, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cayratia lanceolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cayratia lanceolata has white flowers with a yellow center and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cayratia lanceolata is a vine native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant requires regular watering and should be kept in a humid environment.

Where to Find Cayratia lanceolata

Cayratia lanceolata can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.

Cayratia lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cayratia lanceolata?

Cayratia lanceolata

Where does Cayratia lanceolata grow?

Cayratia lanceolata grows in Australia.

What type of habitat does Cayratia lanceolata prefer?

Cayratia lanceolata prefers moist, shady areas.

Species in the Cayratia genus

Cayratia lanceolata, Cayratia acris, Cayratia acuminata, Cayratia albifolia, Cayratia anemonifolia, Cayratia apoensis, Cayratia calcicola, Cayratia cambodiana, Cayratia cardiophylla, Cayratia cardiospermoidea, Cayratia ceratophora, Cayratia ciliifera, Cayratia clematidea, Cayratia cordifolia, Cayratia corniculata, Cayratia cumingiana, Cayratia cuneata, Cayratia daliensis, Cayratia debilis, Cayratia delicatula, Cayratia dichromocarpa, Cayratia eurynema, Cayratia fugongensis, Cayratia gracilis, Cayratia hayatae, Cayratia ibuensis, Cayratia imerinensis, Cayratia irosinensis, Cayratia lineata, Cayratia longiflora, Cayratia maritima, Cayratia medoensis, Cayratia megacarpa, Cayratia melananthera, Cayratia menglaensis, Cayratia mollissima, Cayratia nervosa, Cayratia novemfolia, Cayratia oligocarpa, Cayratia palauana, Cayratia palmata, Cayratia pedata, Cayratia pellita, Cayratia polydactyla, Cayratia pterita, Cayratia reticulata, Cayratia ridleyi, Cayratia roxburghii, Cayratia saponaria, Cayratia schumanniana,

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-2603902: Based on the initial data import
Jun Wen (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Wen' in the authors string.
Chao Luang Li (1938-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.L.Li' in the authors string.
Zhi Duan Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.D.Chen' in the authors string.