Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
feddei
ID:
1246626

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Lév.) C.L.Li

Source:
tro

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Chin. J. Appl. Environ. Biol. 2(1): 45 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245964

Common Names

  • Parthenocissus Feddei
  • Feddei Parthenocissus
  • Feddei Virginia Creeper

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Description

Parthenocissus feddei (also called 'Fedde's Parthenocissus', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in the Mexican states of Oaxaca, Veracruz and Chiapas. It has alternate, simple leaves, and white flowers in axillary clusters. Its habitats include tropical deciduous forests, tropical semi-deciduous forests, and tropical evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Parthenocissus feddei is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parthenocissus feddei has small, white flowers that are borne in a spike-like cluster. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard, glossy surface. The seedlings have a short, thin stem and a single pair of opposite, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parthenocissus feddei is a perennial woody vine that is propagated by cuttings or layering. It is best grown in a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in a container or in the garden.

Where to Find Parthenocissus feddei

Parthenocissus feddei is native to China.

Parthenocissus feddei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parthenocissus feddei?

Parthenocissus feddei

What is the common name of Parthenocissus feddei?

Fedde's Parthenocissus

What type of plant is Parthenocissus feddei?

Vine

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 tro-50135040: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Abel Hector Léveillé (1864-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lév.' in the authors string.
Chao Luang Li (1938-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.L.Li' in the authors string.