Status:
valid
Authors:
Desc.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 113: 419 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634565
Common Names
- Cyphostemma Horombense
- Horombense Cyphostemma
- Horombense's Cyphostemma
Description
Cyphostemma horombense (also called Horomb Cyphostemma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grassland, sandy soils, and waste ground.
Uses & Benefits
Cyphostemma horombense 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 horombense has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyphostemma horombense 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 horombense
Cyphostemma horombense is found in the arid regions of South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana.
Cyphostemma horombense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyphostemma horombense?
Cyphostemma horombense
What is the natural habitat of Cyphostemma horombense?
Cyphostemma horombense is found in dry forests in South Africa.
What are the common names of Cyphostemma horombense?
Common names for Cyphostemma horombense 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,