Woody Vines

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Menispermum

Description Menispermum is a genus of woody vines that is native to North America. The plants are commonly known as moonseeds due to their fruit, which resembles a crescent moon. The vines can grow up to 50 feet long and are commonly found in wooded areas across the United States and Canada. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Magnoliophyta…
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Celastrus

Description Celastrus is a genus of woody vines and shrubs that belong to the family Celastraceae. It is native to Asia, Africa, and North America. The genus has around 30 species that are characterized by their woody stems, alternate leaves, and small, inconspicuous flowers. The fruit of Celastrus is a capsule that splits open to reveal bright red or orange…
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Cayratia Japonica

Description Cayratia Japonica, also known as Japanese Wineberry, is a deciduous climbing vine that belongs to the Vitaceae family. It is native to East Asia, including Japan, Korea, and China. The plant has a fast growth rate and can reach up to 9 meters in height. It produces large, dark green leaves that are deeply lobed with a serrated edge.…
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