Status:
valid
Authors:
Retief
Source:
ksu
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 23: 231 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464573
Common Names
- Rhoicissus Laetans
- Laetans Rhoicissus
- Rhoicissus Laetans
Description
Rhoicissus laetans (also called Climbing Rhoicissus, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the family Vitaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in forests and woodlands. It has large, green leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Rhoicissus laetans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhoicissus laetans is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhoicissus laetans can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.
Where to Find Rhoicissus laetans
Rhoicissus laetans can be found in South Africa.
Rhoicissus laetans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhoicissus laetans?
Rhoicissus laetans
What is the common name of Rhoicissus laetans?
Laetans rhoicissus
What is the natural habitat of Rhoicissus laetans?
Rhoicissus laetans is native to the Mediterranean region
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,