Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
pendulum
ID:
635331

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Welw. ex Baker) Desc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Naturalia Monspel., Sér. Bot. 18: 226, basionymo cit. 1967

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634663

Common Names

  • Cyphostemma pendulum
  • Pendulum Cyphostemma
  • Pendulum Grape

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Synonyms

  • Vitis pendula Welw. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Cissus pendula Planch. [unknown]

Description

Cyphostemma pendulum (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 pendulum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments and diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyphostemma pendulum is a small, yellowish-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyphostemma pendulum 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 pendulum

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

Cyphostemma pendulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyphostemma pendulum?

Cyphostemma pendulum

What is the common name of Cyphostemma pendulum?

Unknown

What is the natural habitat of Cyphostemma pendulum?

Tropical forests

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-2752849: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Bernard Descoings (1931-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desc.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.