Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
decipiens
ID:
633655

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.K.Schneid.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 3: 345 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632987

Common Names

  • Cynanchum decipiens
  • Deceiving Cynanchum
  • Deceiving-leaved Cynanchum

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Description

Cynanchum decipiens (also called Deceptive Swallow-wort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cynanchum decipiens is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynanchum decipiens has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are bright green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynanchum decipiens is a perennial herb that is native to China. It is cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and in a moist but well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cynanchum decipiens

Cynanchum decipiens is native to Madagascar, and can be found in dry, open forests.

Cynanchum decipiens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynanchum decipiens?

Cynanchum decipiens

What is the natural habitat of Cynanchum decipiens?

It is native to China.

What is the size of Cynanchum decipiens?

It is a small, herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1 m tall.

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,

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