Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
sichouense
ID:
1246776

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.L.Li

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Chin. J. Appl. Environ. Biol. 1(4): 322 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001246114

Common Names

  • Tetrastigma sichouense
  • Sichou Tetrastigma
  • Sichou Grape Ivy

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Description

Tetrastigma sichouense (also called Sichou Tetrastigma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It grows up to 10 m tall and has leaves that are oblong-ovate, with a pointed tip, and are up to 8 cm long. It is found in dry forests, scrublands, and rocky areas in Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Uses & Benefits

Tetrastigma sichouense is used in traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of fever, headache, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tetrastigma sichouense var. megalocarpum C.L.Li

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tetrastigma sichouense is small and yellow, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetrastigma sichouense is a woody climber that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into larger containers or into the ground.

Where to Find Tetrastigma sichouense

Tetrastigma sichouense is native to China and can be found in tropical forests.

Tetrastigma sichouense FAQ

What is the scientific name?

Tetrastigma sichouense

What is the common name?

Sichou Tetrastigma

What is the natural habitat?

Tropical and subtropical 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,

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