Rhoicissus tomentosa
Also known as: Cissus capensis Willd. +4 more
- Cissus capensis Willd.
- Cissus dregeana Bernh.
- Cissus tomentosa Lam.
- Rhoicissus capensis (Willd.) Planch.
- Vitis capensis Thunb.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Vitaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a liana.
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Rhoicissus tomentosa is a climbing plant within the Vitaceae family. It is found natively in Africa. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in seasonally dry tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Climber / Vine
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
East Tropical Africa, South Tropical Africa, Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cape Provinces, KwaZulu-Natal, Malawi, Mozambique, Northern Provinces, Swaziland, Tanzania, Zimbabwe
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Mauritius