Description
Tetrastigma cruciatum (also called Cross-shaped grape ivy, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Vitaceae family. It is native to China, India, and Myanmar. It is a woody climber with tendrils and its leaves are simple and alternate. It grows in forests, thickets, and along streams.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tetrastigma cruciatum has small, yellow-green flowers, and its fruit is a small, fleshy, red berry. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. Seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tetrastigma cruciatum is a woody climber native to India. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. Once established, the plant requires minimal care.