Cayratia
Botanical name: Cayratia
Cayratia
Botanical name: Cayratia
Description
Species of Cayratia
Bushkiller
Native to subtropical Australia and Asia, Cayratia japonica has been introduced to the United States, where it is considered invasive. Cayratia japonica is a vine that tends to climb and block the light for other plants, causing significant environmental damage. During forest fires, bushkiller acts as a 'ladder,' allowing the fire to climb to tree canopies and cause more damage.
Three-leaved wild vine
The three-leaved wild vine is well-named since it grows on long vines in distinctive three-leaf clusters. The Latin name Cayratia trifolia also refers to this growth pattern. It is a climbing tropical vine that thrives in open forest and vine thickets. The underside of the plant's leaves is covered in small hairs, many of which are hooked.
Cayratia corniculata
The cayratia corniculata genus includes tropical and subtropical vines that can grow up to 15 m high. Some species can become invasive. They spread via sub-soil rhizomes that are very difficult to eradicate. Other Cayratia species are grown ornamentally, attracting bees and butterflies.
Slender grape
The slender grape genus includes tropical and subtropical vines that can grow up to 15 m high. Some species can become invasive. They spread via sub-soil rhizomes that are very difficult to eradicate. Other Cayratia species are grown ornamentally, attracting bees and butterflies.
Scientific Classification
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