Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
schlechteri
ID:
635375

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gilg & M.Brandt) Desc. ex Wild & R.B.Drumm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634707

Common Names

  • Cyphostemma Schlechteri
  • Schlechter's Cyphostemma
  • Schlechter's Cyphostemma

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Synonyms

  • Cissus schlechteri Gilg & M.Brandt [unknown]

Description

Cyphostemma schlechteri (also called Schlechter's grape, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It has thick, fleshy leaves and produces white flowers in the summer. It prefers dry, sandy soil and is often found growing in rocky areas and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Cyphostemma schlechteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyphostemma schlechteri is a small, white to pale yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyphostemma schlechteri is a succulent shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water sparingly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Cyphostemma schlechteri

Cyphostemma schlechteri is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey and in North Africa.

Cyphostemma schlechteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyphostemma schlechteri?

Cyphostemma schlechteri

What is the natural habitat of Cyphostemma schlechteri?

It is native to Ethiopia.

What are the common names of Cyphostemma schlechteri?

It is also known as the Schlechter's Cyphostemma.

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-2752889: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Descoings (1931-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desc.' in the authors string.
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
Max Brandt (1884-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Brandt' in the authors string.
Robert Bailey Drummond (1924-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.B.Drumm.' in the authors string.