Status:
valid
Authors:
Retief & Van Jaarsv.
Source:
tro
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 27: 49 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250152
Common Names
- Rhoicissus kougabergensis
- Kougaberg Rhoicissus
- Kougaberg Grape
Description
Rhoicissus kougabergensis (also called Kouga Berg Rhoicissus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Vitaceae. It is native to the southeastern United States, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is a small, evergreen, perennial vine that grows in dry, sunny areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rhoicissus kougabergensis is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhoicissus kougabergensis is small and yellow. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with compound leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhoicissus kougabergensis is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade.
Where to Find Rhoicissus kougabergensis
Rhoicissus kougabergensis is native to South Africa.
Rhoicissus kougabergensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhoicissus kougabergensis?
Rhoicissus kougabergensis
What is the common name of Rhoicissus kougabergensis?
Kouga Berg Rhoicissus
What is the natural habitat of Rhoicissus kougabergensis?
Grasslands and scrub
Species in the Rhoicissus genus
Rhoicissus sekhukhuniensis,
Rhoicissus tridentata,
Rhoicissus napaeus,
Rhoicissus laetans,
Rhoicissus revoilii,
Rhoicissus digitata,
Rhoicissus microphylla,
Rhoicissus rhomboidea,
Rhoicissus sessilifolia,
Rhoicissus tomentosus,
Rhoicissus kougabergensis,
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,