Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
darainense
ID:
614

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wahlert & Phillipson

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Candollea 67: 278 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315068

Common Names

  • Daraina Cyphostemma
  • Daraina Grape
  • Daraina Vine

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Description

Cyphostemma darainense (also called Daraina grape, among many other common names) is a species of grape native to Madagascar. It is a medium-sized vine, growing up to 10 m tall, with a single trunk and a crown of up to 20 leaves. It is found in dry deciduous forests, as well as in humid forests, and is also found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cyphostemma darainense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The leaves of this plant are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyphostemma darainense has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a panicle. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyphostemma darainense is a small to medium-sized evergreen shrub, growing up to 3 m tall. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in a sunny position. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Cyphostemma darainense

Cyphostemma darainense is native to Madagascar and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the island.

Cyphostemma darainense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyphostemma darainense?

Cyphostemma darainense

What is the common name of Cyphostemma darainense?

Darainense Grape

What is the natural habitat of Cyphostemma darainense?

It is native to Madagascar.

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,

References

Gregory A. Wahlert: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wahlert' in the authors string.
Peter B. Phillipson (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phillipson' in the authors string.