Threeleaf Cayratia

Causonis trifolia

Native to:
Andaman Is., Australia, Bangladesh, Bismarck Archipelago, Borneo, Cambodia, Caroline Is., China, Christmas I., Guam, India, Jawa, Laccadive Is., Laos, Lesser Sunda Is., Malaya, Maluku, Myanmar, Nepal, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Nicobar Is., Pakistan, Palau, Philippines, Solomon Is., South China Sea, Sri Lanka, Sulawesi, Sumatera, Thailand, United States, Vanuatu, Vietnam

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Vitaceae
Genus:
Causonis
Species:
Causonis trifolia
USDA Symbol:
CATR29

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb , Vine
Height:
1000 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
green
Ground Cover:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers organic-rich soils in forested areas