Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
oleraceum
ID:
635315

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bolus) J.J.M.van der Merwe

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 10: 436 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634647

Common Names

  • Cyphostemma oleraceum
  • Oleraceum Cyphostemma
  • Oleraceum Grape

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Description

Cyphostemma oleraceum (also called Wild Grape, among many other common names) is a succulent plant with thick, fleshy, cylindrical stems and small, round leaves. It is native to South Africa and Namibia, and is found in rocky areas and dry river beds.

Uses & Benefits

Cyphostemma oleraceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a living fence or windbreak in some areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyphostemma oleraceum has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyphostemma oleraceum is a succulent plant that can be propagated by stem cuttings. It is best grown in a sunny location in well-draining soil. Water the plant regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter months. It is also important to fertilize the plant regularly to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Cyphostemma oleraceum

Cyphostemma oleraceum can be found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces of South Africa.

Cyphostemma oleraceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyphostemma oleraceum?

Cyphostemma oleraceum

What is the family of Cyphostemma oleraceum?

Vitaceae

What is the common name of Cyphostemma oleraceum?

Cape Gooseberry

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-2752833: Based on the initial data import
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.
Jacoba Johanna Maria(?) Van der Merwe (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.M.van der Merwe' in the authors string.