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Venezuelan treebine

Scientific Name: Cissus rotundifolia

Family: Vitaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Shrub, Vine

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Venezuelan Treebine (Cissus rotundifolia)

The Venezuelan Treebine, scientifically known as Cissus rotundifolia, is a vigorous climbing plant that can add a touch of the tropics to your home or garden. This versatile plant is also known by several other common names, including Arabian Wax Leaf, Peruvian Grape Ivy, and Succulent Grape.

Considerations for Pets

  • The Venezuelan Treebine is a vigorous climber, sometimes reaching lengths of up to 30 feet.
  • Stems are often angled and can be velvety or hairless.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Family: Vitaceae (Grape family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Synonyms:
    • Vitis crassifolia Baker (Note: Mentioned in the context of "Pop names")
  • Alternative Scientific Names: The text mentions Cissus rhombifolia as related or similar.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to East Africa, Mexico to Columbia, and Brazil.
  • Also found in tropical and warm temperate areas, including Oceania.
  • It grows well in USDA Zones 10a-11.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The Venezuelan Treebine is a perennial shrub or vine.
  • Stems are often 4-5 angled and velvety or hairless.
  • It climbs using 2-fid tendrils.

Common Names

  • Venezuelan Treebine
  • Arabian Wax Leaf
  • Peruvian Grape Ivy
  • Succulent Grape
  • Grape Ivy
  • Arabian Wax Cissus
  • Bushveld Grape
  • Roundleaf Grape-Ivy