Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 2: 41 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000549841
Common Names
- Polygynus Artabotrys
- Artabotrys Polygynus
- Polygynus Climbing Yams
Description
Artabotrys polygynus (also called Many-Flowered Artabotrys, among many other common names) is a woody vine with small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is native to South and Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Uses & Benefits
Artabotrys polygynus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Artabotrys polygynus is white or yellowish-white, and has a bell-shaped calyx. The seed is small, and the seedlings are slender and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Artabotrys polygynus can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It is best to sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers a sunny location and should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist. Fertilize the plant every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Artabotrys polygynus
Artabotrys polygynus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Artabotrys polygynus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Artabotrys polygynus?
Artabotrys polygynus
What is the common name of Artabotrys polygynus?
Many-flowered Artabotrys
What is the natural habitat of Artabotrys polygynus?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.
Species in the Artabotrys genus
Artabotrys carnosipetalus,
Artabotrys darainensis,
Artabotrys aereus,
Artabotrys antunesii,
Artabotrys arachnoides,
Artabotrys aurantiacus,
Artabotrys blumei,
Artabotrys brachypetalus,
Artabotrys brevipes,
Artabotrys burmanicus,
Artabotrys cagayanensis,
Artabotrys camptopetalus,
Artabotrys caudatus,
Artabotrys coccineus,
Artabotrys collinus,
Artabotrys congolensis,
Artabotrys costatus,
Artabotrys crassifolius,
Artabotrys crassipetalus,
Artabotrys cumingianus,
Artabotrys dielsianus,
Artabotrys fragrans,
Artabotrys gossweileri,
Artabotrys gracilis,
Artabotrys grandifolius,
Artabotrys hainanensis,
Artabotrys harmandii,
Artabotrys hexapetalus,
Artabotrys hienianus,
Artabotrys hildebrandtii,
Artabotrys hirtipes,
Artabotrys hispidus,
Artabotrys inodorus,
Artabotrys insignis,
Artabotrys jacques-felicis,
Artabotrys jollyanus,
Artabotrys kurzii,
Artabotrys lanuginosus,
Artabotrys lastoursvillensis,
Artabotrys letestui,
Artabotrys libericus,
Artabotrys likimensis,
Artabotrys longistigmatus,
Artabotrys lowianus,
Artabotrys luteus,
Artabotrys luxurians,
Artabotrys macrophyllus,
Artabotrys madagascariensis,
Artabotrys maingayi,
Artabotrys modestus,
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,