Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
trilobatum
ID:
635416

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) M.R.Almeida

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Fl. Maharashtra 1: 273 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634748

Common Names

  • Cyphostemma trilobatum
  • Three-lobed Cyphostemma
  • Three-lobed-leaved Cyphostemma

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Synonyms

  • Cissus trilobata Lam. [unknown]
  • Puria trilobata (Lam.) N.C.Nair [unknown]

Description

Cyphostemma trilobatum (also called Three-lobed 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 trilobatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional African medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cyphostemma trilobatum are small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are green and have three lobed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyphostemma trilobatum is a succulent shrub that can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from the stem and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and water lightly. The cutting should take root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Cyphostemma trilobatum

Cyphostemma trilobatum is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests and grasslands.

Cyphostemma trilobatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyphostemma trilobatum?

Cyphostemma trilobatum

What is the common name of Cyphostemma trilobatum?

Trilobatum Grape

What is the natural habitat of Cyphostemma trilobatum?

Dry, rocky slopes in South Africa

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-2752925: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Marselin Rusario Almeida (1939-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.R.Almeida' in the authors string.