Tetrastigma pyriforme - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pyriforme
ID:
458580
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 111: 35 (1944)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457912
Common Names
- Tetrastigma pyriforme
- Pyriforme
- Pyriforme Plant
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Tetrastigma pyriforme (also called pyriform tetrastigma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Vitaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall and is native to the Philippines. It is found in lowland and montane forests, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tetrastigma pyriforme is used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant oils. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Tetrastigma pyriforme are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Tetrastigma pyriforme can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is best to prune the plant after flowering to keep it in shape.
Where to Find Tetrastigma pyriforme
Tetrastigma schraderi-montis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Tetrastigma pyriforme FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetrastigma pyriforme?
Tetrastigma pyriforme
What is the common name of Tetrastigma pyriforme?
Pear-shaped Tetrastigma
What is the habitat of Tetrastigma pyriforme?
It is found in moist, shady forests
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,
References
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:870619-1: Based on the initial data import