Cyphostemma laza
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Vitales |
| Family: | Vitaceae |
| Genus: | Cyphostemma |
| Species: | C. laza
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Cyphostemma laza, also known as laza grape, laza tree, or laza, is a species of caudiciform vine, in the Vitaceae family.[1][2]
Description
C. laza is known for its swollen, trunk-like base (caudex), which can grow up to 500 mm (20 in) in diameter and 1.5 m (4 ft 11 in) in height. It has vining stems, that can extend up to 5 m (16 ft) in length and spread out from the caudex.
Distribution and habitat
It is endemic to Madagascar and grows in well-drained soil in an arid and rocky environment. It grows in Toliara Province at elevations between 10 and 1000 m above sea level.[1]
Ecology
Uses
The IUCN reports that there are no known uses for C. laza.[1] But laza tree has been in horticulture due to its unique form.
References
- ^ a b c "Cyphostemma laza: Razanajatovo, H." IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2020-09-15. doi:10.2305/iucn.uk.2021-1.rlts.t79062435a79062438.en. Retrieved 2025-11-07.
- ^ Hassler, Michael (12 October 2025). "World Plants. Synonymic Checklist and Distribution of the World Flora. Version 25.10". World Plants. Retrieved 8 November 2025.