Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
aristolochiifolius
ID:
707424

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brandegee) Woodson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 28: 242 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706757

Common Names

  • Gonolobus aristolochiifolius
  • Aristolochia-leaved Raspwort
  • Aristolochia-leaved Raspweed

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Synonyms

  • Fischeria aristolochiifolia Brandegee [unknown]
  • Gonolobus steyermarkii Woodson [unknown]
  • Gonolobus stramineus L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Matelea aristolochiifolia (Brandegee) Shinners [unknown]

Description

Gonolobus aristolochiifolius (also called Aristolochia-leaved Gonolobus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asclepiadaceae. It is found in tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is found in lowland rainforest, montane rainforest, and gallery forest.

Uses & Benefits

Gonolobus aristolochiifolius is used as an ornamental plant and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gonolobus aristolochiifolius is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gonolobus aristolochiifolius is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Gonolobus aristolochiifolius

Gonolobus aristolochiifolius is native to Mexico and is found in moist forests.

Gonolobus aristolochiifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gonolobus aristolochiifolius?

Gonolobus aristolochiifolius

What is the family of Gonolobus aristolochiifolius?

Apocynaceae

What is the common name of Gonolobus aristolochiifolius?

Aristolochiifolius

Species in the Gonolobus genus

Gonolobus absalonensis, Gonolobus dussii, Gonolobus iyanolensis, Gonolobus waitukubuliensis, Gonolobus youroumaynensis, Gonolobus albiflorus, Gonolobus albomarginatus, Gonolobus ancoriferus, Gonolobus antennatus, Gonolobus antioquensis, Gonolobus aristolochiifolius, Gonolobus aristolochioides, Gonolobus arizonicus, Gonolobus asper, Gonolobus asterias, Gonolobus bakeri, Gonolobus barbatus, Gonolobus bifidus, Gonolobus breedlovei, Gonolobus calycosus, Gonolobus campii, Gonolobus caucanus, Gonolobus cearensis, Gonolobus chiapensis, Gonolobus chiriquensis, Gonolobus chloranthus, Gonolobus colombianus, Gonolobus croceus, Gonolobus cteniophorus, Gonolobus cuajayote, Gonolobus dasystephanus, Gonolobus dorothyanus, Gonolobus edulis, Gonolobus erianthus, Gonolobus eriocladon, Gonolobus exannulatus, Gonolobus farenholtzii, Gonolobus fimbriatiflorus, Gonolobus floribundus, Gonolobus fraternus, Gonolobus fuscoviolaceus, Gonolobus fuscus, Gonolobus germanianus, Gonolobus glaberrimus, Gonolobus gonocarpos, Gonolobus grandiflorus, Gonolobus grayumii, Gonolobus hadrostemma, Gonolobus hammelii, Gonolobus haussknechtii,

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-2829945: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
Robert Everard Woodson (1904-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woodson' in the authors string.