Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
hereroense
ID:
635226

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schinz) Desc. ex Wild & R.B.Drumm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Fl. Zambes. 2: 436 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634558

Common Names

  • Hereroense Wild Grape
  • Wild Grape
  • Climbing Wild Grape

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Synonyms

  • Cissus hereroensis Schinz [unknown]

Description

Cyphostemma hereroense (also called Herero Cyphostemma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to East Africa, specifically Kenya and Tanzania. It has small, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cyphostemma hereroense is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its ability to tolerate drought and heat. It can also be used as a ground cover or a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyphostemma hereroense has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyphostemma hereroense is a slow-growing succulent shrub that can be grown from seed. It is best grown in well-draining soil in a sunny location. It can be propagated by cuttings or by division of the root system. It is also possible to propagate it from seed, although this can be a slow process.

Where to Find Cyphostemma hereroense

Cyphostemma hereroense is native to the dry regions of South Africa and Namibia.

Cyphostemma hereroense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyphostemma hereroense?

Cyphostemma hereroense

What is the natural habitat of Cyphostemma hereroense?

Cyphostemma hereroense is found in dry forests in South Africa.

What are the common names of Cyphostemma hereroense?

Common names for Cyphostemma hereroense include wild grape, wild raisin, and wild currant.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2752748: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Descoings (1931-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desc.' in the authors string.
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.
Robert Bailey Drummond (1924-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.B.Drumm.' in the authors string.