''Parthenocissus semicordata'' (Wall) Planch. 1811 (

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: ''P. himalayana'') is a creeper related to the grapevine family. It is a native plant of the

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(retrieved on 20-9-2010) Its name is derived from Latin 'corda' meaning heart.

Growth

''Parthenocissus semicordata'' can grow in pots or on slopes. It is propagated from seeds or cuttings.

Characteristics

''Parthenocissus semicordata'' is a vigorous climber. It has trifoliate leaves. Like most of the species of Parthenocissus it uses suction cups to hold itself to walls or trees. It has small fruit which look like grapes and are dark blue, almost black when ripe.

References

External links

*Asianflora.com (Parthenocissus-himalayana

(retrieved on 27-09-2010) Parthenocissus, semicordata {{Vitaceae-stub