Status:
valid
Authors:
(Costantin & Gallaud) Liede & Meve
Source:
cmp
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 23: 350 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632989
Common Names
- Cynanchum decorsei
- Decorse's Cynanchum
- Decorse's Leaf Cynanchum
Synonyms
- Drepanostemma luteum Jum. & H.Perrier [unknown]
- Sarcostemma decorsei Costantin & Gallaud [unknown]
Description
Cynanchum decorsei (also called Decorse's 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 decorsei 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 decorsei 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cynanchum decorsei 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 decorsei
Cynanchum decorsei is native to Madagascar, and can be found in dry, open forests.
Cynanchum decorsei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cynanchum decorsei?
Cynanchum decorsei
What is the natural habitat of Cynanchum decorsei?
It is native to China.
What is the size of Cynanchum decorsei?
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,