Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
forskaolianum
ID:
1320935

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meve & Liede

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 752 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333389

Common Names

  • Cynanchum forskaolianum
  • Forskaolianum Cynanchum
  • Forskaolianum Cynanchum

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Description

Cynanchum forskaolianum (also called Forskaole's Milkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and grows up to 30 cm tall. It prefers dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cynanchum forskaolianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cynanchum forskaolianum is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynanchum forskaolianum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soil and full sun. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and to water regularly. Division is best done in the spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into small clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Cynanchum forskaolianum

Cynanchum forskaolianum can be found in tropical areas of Asia, from India to the Philippines.

Cynanchum forskaolianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynanchum forskaolianum?

Cynanchum forskaolianum

What is the common name of Cynanchum forskaolianum?

Forskal's Swallowwort

What is the natural habitat of Cynanchum forskaolianum?

It is found in dry grasslands, scrub and rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region

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

Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.