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calycocarpum

Scientific Name: Calycocarpum

Family: Menispermaceae

Category: Dicot

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Calycocarpum lyonii: Cupseed

Calycocarpum lyonii, commonly known as Cupseed, is a unique and interesting plant with several noteworthy characteristics. This climbing vine, native to eastern North America, belongs to the Moonseed family (Menispermaceae) and is the sole species in the genus Calycocarpum.

Considerations for Pets

  • Calycocarpum lyonii is a vine, and can climb to the tops of structures.
  • It produces white flowers in late spring and has a fruit that is considered conspicuous.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Calycocarpum lyonii (Pursh) A. Gray
  • Common Name: Cupseed
  • Family: Menispermaceae (Moonseed family)
  • Genus: Calycocarpum (Nutt.) Spach
  • Basionym: Menispermum lyonii Pursh (1814)
  • Synonyms: Menispermum lyonii Pursh

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to eastern North America, including states like Texas.
  • Specifically mentioned locations include Kentucky and Tennessee (based on type specimen information).

Morphological Characteristics

  • Plant Form: Vine
  • Flower Color: White (blooms in late spring)
  • Cupseed is derived from the Greek words kalyx (cup) and karpos (fruit).

Further Information

  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
  • ARS Systematic Botany and Mycology Laboratory
  • Discover Life
  • BONAP's North American Plant Atlas
  • The Plant List
  • IPNI (International Plant Names Index)
  • NYBG Virtual Herbarium