Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
marmoreus
ID:
707605

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Woodson) Morillo

Source:
cmp

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Ernstia 50: 17 (1988):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706938

Common Names

  • Gonolobus Marmoreus
  • Marmoreous Milkweed
  • Marmoreous Wild Potato

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Synonyms

  • Exolobus marmoreus Woodson [unknown]

Description

Gonolobus marmoreus (also called Marbled Milkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It has a woody stem, and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and lanceolate in shape, and its flowers are small, yellow, and fragrant. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gonolobus marmoreus has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gonolobus marmoreus can be propagated by division of the clumps, or by seed. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade, in moist but well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Gonolobus marmoreus

Gonolobus marmoreus is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Gonolobus marmoreus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gonolobus marmoreus?

Gonolobus marmoreus

What is the family of Gonolobus marmoreus?

Asclepiadaceae

Where is Gonolobus marmoreus found?

Central and South America

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-2830107: Based on the initial data import
Robert Everard Woodson (1904-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woodson' in the authors string.
Gilberto N. Morillo (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morillo' in the authors string.