cissus

[ sis-uhs ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

any of numerous tropical and subtropical vines of the genus Cissus, including the grape ivy and the kangaroo vine.

cissus

/ ˈsɪsəs /

any plant of the climbing genus Cissus, some species of which, esp the kangaroo vine ( C. antarctica ) from Australia, are grown as greenhouse or house plants for their shiny green or mottled leaves: family Vitaceae

Origin of cissus¹

< New Latin < Greek kissós ivy

Origin of cissus¹

New Latin, from Greek kissos ivy

It is evident that Nuttall was in doubt as to the distinguishing characters between Vitis and the allied genus, Cissus.

Cissus, it is probable, belonged to Cisseus, who is mentioned by the poet.

The genus Cissus, to which belong many southern climbers, is combined with Vitis by some botanists.

April 19, 2024tortuous

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