Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
pergamaceum
ID:
410706

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 5: 431 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410038

Common Names

  • Pergama Tetrastigma
  • Pergama Vine
  • Pergama Climber

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Description

Tetrastigma pergamaceum (also called Pergama Wood Vine, among many other common names) is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial vine. It is native to tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides, fields and gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Tetrastigma pergamaceum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, cough, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tetrastigma pergamaceum are small, greenish-white and have four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetrastigma pergamaceum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided and replanted in a sunny location.

Where to Find Tetrastigma pergamaceum

Tetrastigma pergamaceum is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Indonesia.

Tetrastigma pergamaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetrastigma pergamaceum?

Tetrastigma pergamaceum

What is the common name of Tetrastigma pergamaceum?

Pergamaceous Tetrastigma

What type of plant is Tetrastigma pergamaceum?

It is a woody climber

Species in the Tetrastigma genus

Tetrastigma amboinense, Tetrastigma angustifolium, Tetrastigma oliviforme, Tetrastigma harmandii, Tetrastigma hookeri, Tetrastigma rafflesiae, Tetrastigma gaudichaudianum, Tetrastigma papillosum, Tetrastigma papuanum, Tetrastigma pergamaceum, Tetrastigma mutabile, Tetrastigma dichotomum, Tetrastigma ramentaceum, Tetrastigma articulatum, Tetrastigma quadridens, Tetrastigma thomsonianum, Tetrastigma retinervium, Tetrastigma robustum, Tetrastigma rupestre, Tetrastigma scariosum, Tetrastigma tetragynum, Tetrastigma subsuberosum, Tetrastigma heterophyllum, Tetrastigma crenatum, Tetrastigma coriaceum, Tetrastigma clementis, Tetrastigma cambodianum, Tetrastigma brunneum, Tetrastigma beauvaisii, Tetrastigma chapaense, Tetrastigma havilandii, Tetrastigma gilgianum, Tetrastigma gibbosum, Tetrastigma backanense, Tetrastigma enervium, Tetrastigma ellipticum, Tetrastigma eberhardtii, Tetrastigma diepenhorstii, Tetrastigma gamblei, Tetrastigma bambusetorum, Tetrastigma annamense, Tetrastigma andamanicum, Tetrastigma taeniatum, Tetrastigma robinsonii, Tetrastigma quadrangulum, Tetrastigma pyriforme, Tetrastigma pullei, Tetrastigma schlechteri, Tetrastigma schraderi-montis, Tetrastigma poilanei,

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,