Status:
valid
Authors:
Rehder
Source:
tro
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Deutsch. Dendrol. Ges. 21: 190 (1912 publ. 1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001145732
Common Names
- Parthenocissus laetevirens
- Laetevirens Parthenocissus
- Laetevirens Vine
Description
Parthenocissus laetevirens (also called Laetevirens Parthenocissus, among many other common names) is a deciduous woody vine native to China. It has a climbing habit and produces small, round, green fruits. It is found in forests, along streams, and on hillsides in its native regions.
Uses & Benefits
Parthenocissus laetevirens is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant white flowers. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Parthenocissus laetevirens is small, white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Parthenocissus laetevirens is a woody, deciduous climber that is native to China and Taiwan. It is best grown in a sheltered, sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.
Where to Find Parthenocissus laetevirens
Parthenocissus laetevirens is native to China.
Species in the Parthenocissus genus
Parthenocissus quinquefolia,
Parthenocissus tricuspidata,
Parthenocissus vitacea,
Parthenocissus heptaphylla,
Parthenocissus semicordata,
Parthenocissus vicaryana,
Parthenocissus henryana,
Parthenocissus laetevirens,
Parthenocissus suberosus,
Parthenocissus feddei,
Parthenocissus dalzielii,
Parthenocissus sichuanensis,
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,