Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) Desc.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Naturalia Monspel., Sér. Bot. 18: 220, basionymo cit. 1967
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634507
Common Names
- Curror's Cyphostemma
- Cyphostemma Currorii
- Currorii Cyphostemma
Synonyms
- Vitis macropus Hook. [unknown]
- Cissus crameriana Schinz [unknown]
- Cissus currorii Hook.f. [unknown]
- Cissus macropus Welw. [unknown]
- Cyphostemma cramerianum (Schinz) Desc. [unknown]
- Cyphostemma macropus (Welw.) Desc. [unknown]
- Vitis currorii Baker [unknown]
- Vitis macropus (Welw.) Baker [unknown]
Description
Cyphostemma currorii (also called Curror's Grape, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to South Africa and Namibia. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is characterized by its thick, fleshy leaves and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cyphostemma currorii is used as a decorative plant in gardens and as an ornamental plant in containers. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyphostemma currorii is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin, with small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyphostemma currorii is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and should be watered regularly, but not too often. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Cyphostemma currorii
Cyphostemma currorii is native to South Africa.
Cyphostemma currorii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyphostemma currorii?
Cyphostemma currorii
What is the natural habitat of Cyphostemma currorii?
It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.
What is the growth habit of Cyphostemma currorii?
It is a perennial, succulent shrub with a sprawling habit.
Species in the Cyphostemma genus
Cyphostemma ankaranense,
Cyphostemma caerulans,
Cyphostemma comorense,
Cyphostemma labatii,
Cyphostemma mandrakense,
Cyphostemma marojejyense,
Cyphostemma abercornense,
Cyphostemma adamii,
Cyphostemma adenanthum,
Cyphostemma adenocarpum,
Cyphostemma adenocaule,
Cyphostemma adenopodum,
Cyphostemma allophylloides,
Cyphostemma alnifolium,
Cyphostemma amplexicaule,
Cyphostemma amplexum,
Cyphostemma anatomicum,
Cyphostemma ankirihitrense,
Cyphostemma auriculatum,
Cyphostemma bainesii,
Cyphostemma bambuseti,
Cyphostemma barbosae,
Cyphostemma betiforme,
Cyphostemma bidgoodiae,
Cyphostemma biternatum,
Cyphostemma boranense,
Cyphostemma bororense,
Cyphostemma braunii,
Cyphostemma brieyi,
Cyphostemma buchananii,
Cyphostemma bullatum,
Cyphostemma burgeri,
Cyphostemma cabui,
Cyphostemma camerounense,
Cyphostemma chloroleucum,
Cyphostemma chrysadenium,
Cyphostemma cirrhosum,
Cyphostemma congestum,
Cyphostemma cornigera,
Cyphostemma cornus-africani,
Cyphostemma crassiusculum,
Cyphostemma crinitum,
Cyphostemma cristigerum,
Cyphostemma crithmifolium,
Cyphostemma crotalarioides,
Cyphostemma cryptoglandulosum,
Cyphostemma cuneatum,
Cyphostemma currorii,
Cyphostemma curvipodum,
Cyphostemma cymosum,
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,