Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
schliebenii
ID:
635377

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mildbr.) Desc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Naturalia Monspel., Sér. Bot. 18: 228, basionymo cit. 1967

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634709

Common Names

  • Cyphostemma Schliebenii
  • Schlieben's Cyphostemma
  • Schlieben's Cyphostemma

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Synonyms

  • Cissus schliebenii Mildbr. [unknown]

Description

Cyphostemma schliebenii (also called Schlieben'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 schliebenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyphostemma schliebenii 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 schliebenii 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 schliebenii

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

Cyphostemma schliebenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyphostemma schliebenii?

Cyphostemma schliebenii

What is the natural habitat of Cyphostemma schliebenii?

It is native to Ethiopia.

What are the common names of Cyphostemma schliebenii?

It is also known as the Schlieben'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-2752890: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Descoings (1931-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desc.' in the authors string.
Gottfried Wilhelm Johannes Mildbraed (1879-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mildbr.' in the authors string.