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Cissampelos capensis

Cissampelos capensis L.f.
Cissampelos capensis
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Cissampelos capensis is a species in the genus Cissampelos, belonging to the Menispermaceae family. It is native to the Cape Provinces and Namibia. The species was first described in 1782 by L.f.

Description

Cissampelos capensis is a member of the Menispermaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as the moonseed family. This species is found in the Cape Provinces and Namibia. The scientific name was first published in 1782 by L.f. The genus Cissampelos includes several species known for their climbing or trailing growth habits and are often found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Distribution

Cape Provinces · Namibia

Synonyms

Phyllanthus cinereoviridisAntizoma capensisCissampelos capensis var. pulverulentaCissampelos fruticosaCissampelos humilisAntizoma capensis var. pulverulentaCissampelos fruticosa

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