Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
absconditum
ID:
633402

Status:
valid

Authors:
Liede

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 14: 430 (1992 publ. 1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632734

Common Names

  • Absconditum Cynanchum
  • Cynanchum Absconditum
  • Absconditum Cynanchum

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Description

Cynanchum absconditum (also called Hidden Swallowwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cynanchum absconditum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cynanchum absconditum is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynanchum absconditum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring, as the plant will not tolerate frost. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can be harvested throughout the summer.

Where to Find Cynanchum absconditum

Cynanchum absconditum can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Cynanchum absconditum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynanchum absconditum?

Cynanchum absconditum

What is the common name of Cynanchum absconditum?

Hidden Swallow-wort

What is the natural habitat of Cynanchum absconditum?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Cynanchum genus

Cynanchum absconditum, Cynanchum abyssinicum, Cynanchum acidum, Cynanchum aculeatum, Cynanchum acuminatum, Cynanchum acutifolium, Cynanchum acutum, Cynanchum adalinae, Cynanchum africanum, Cynanchum alatum, Cynanchum altiscandens, Cynanchum ambovombense, Cynanchum ampanihense, Cynanchum analamazaotrense, Cynanchum anderssonii, Cynanchum andringitrense, Cynanchum angavokeliense, Cynanchum ansamalense, Cynanchum anthonyanum, Cynanchum antsiranense, Cynanchum appendiculatopsis, Cynanchum appendiculatum, Cynanchum arenarium, Cynanchum auriculatum, Cynanchum balense, Cynanchum baronii, Cynanchum batangense, Cynanchum beatricis, Cynanchum bernardii, Cynanchum bicampanulatum, Cynanchum bifidum, Cynanchum bisinuatum, Cynanchum blandum, Cynanchum blyttioides, Cynanchum bonariense, Cynanchum bosseri, Cynanchum boudieri, Cynanchum boveanum, Cynanchum bowmanii, Cynanchum brasiliense, Cynanchum brevicoronatum, Cynanchum bricenoi, Cynanchum bulligerum, Cynanchum bungei, Cynanchum callialatum, Cynanchum carautanum, Cynanchum caudigerum, Cynanchum celebicum, Cynanchum chanchanense, Cynanchum chinense,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2750772: Based on the initial data import
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.