Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
sekhukhuniensis
ID:
465234

Status:
valid

Authors:
Retief, S.J.Siebert & A.E.van Wyk

Source:
ksu

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 67: 230 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464566

Common Names

  • Rhoicissus Sekhukhuniensis
  • Sekhukhuniensis Rhoicissus
  • Rhoicissus Sekhukhuniensis

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Description

Rhoicissus sekhukhuniensis (also called Sekhukhuni Grape, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Vitaceae. It is native to South Africa, and is found in dry forests and other dry habitats. It has small white flowers and grows to a height of 1-2 m.

Uses & Benefits

Rhoicissus sekhukhuniensis 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 sekhukhuniensis 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhoicissus sekhukhuniensis is a tropical vine that can be propagated through cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Rhoicissus sekhukhuniensis

Rhoicissus sekhukhuniensis can be found in South Africa.

Rhoicissus sekhukhuniensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhoicissus sekhukhuniensis?

Rhoicissus sekhukhuniensis

What is the common name of Rhoicissus sekhukhuniensis?

Sekhukhuniensis rhoicissus

What is the natural habitat of Rhoicissus sekhukhuniensis?

Rhoicissus sekhukhuniensis is native to the Mediterranean region

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

Abraham Erasmus van Wyk (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.van Wyk' in the authors string.
Elizabeth Retief (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Retief' in the authors string.
Stefan John Siebert (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.J.Siebert' in the authors string.