Draft genome of Pirandai/Veldt Grape (Cissus quadrangularis). Cissus quadrangularis cultivar:Variant I - TUH No. 189

Cissus quadrangularis Linn (CQ) is commonly known as “bone setter” found in hotter parts of India, Ceylon, East Africa, Malaysia and Thailand. The stout quadrangular stem is traditionally used for treatment of bone fracture, piles, chronic ulcers, asthama, scurvy, irregular menustration, constipation and blindness. Extracts and powders of Cissus quadrangularis have been used for many years to promote bone and tissues healing, as an analgesic, to treat infections, as an anabolic, and to promote weight loss and weight management.