Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
alatum
ID:
722265

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight & Arn.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bot. India : 42 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721598

Common Names

  • Winged Heterostemma
  • Heterostemma alatum
  • Winged Screwpine

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Description

Heterostemma alatum (also called Chupa-chupa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests and savannas, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Heterostemma alatum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and coughs. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heterostemma alatum is a white or yellowish-white, tubular corolla with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong nutlet. The seedling is a small, erect, herbaceous plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterostemma alatum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Heterostemma alatum

Heterostemma alatum is found in the tropical rainforest of Southeast Asia.

Heterostemma alatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterostemma alatum?

Heterostemma alatum

What is the common name of Heterostemma alatum?

Winged Heterostemma

What is the family of Heterostemma alatum?

Malpighiaceae

Species in the Heterostemma genus

Heterostemma alatum, Heterostemma angustilobum, Heterostemma balansae, Heterostemma beddomei, Heterostemma brownii, Heterostemma collinum, Heterostemma cuspidatum, Heterostemma dalzellii, Heterostemma deccanense, Heterostemma disciflorum, Heterostemma esquirolii, Heterostemma fimbriatum, Heterostemma grandiflorum, Heterostemma herbertii, Heterostemma javanicum, Heterostemma kaniense, Heterostemma luteum, Heterostemma membranifolium, Heterostemma menghaiense, Heterostemma montanum, Heterostemma oblongifolium, Heterostemma siamicum, Heterostemma sinicum, Heterostemma stellatum, Heterostemma suberosum, Heterostemma succosum, Heterostemma tanjorensis, Heterostemma tsoongii, Heterostemma urceolatum, Heterostemma vasudevanii, Heterostemma wallichii, Heterostemma pingtaoi, Heterostemma xuansonense, Heterostemma tanjorense, Heterostemma acuminatum, Heterostemma piperifolium, Heterostemma magnificum, Heterostemma samoense, Heterostemma lobulatum, Heterostemma andersonii, Heterostemma maculatum, Heterostemma garrettii,

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

George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:98274-1: Based on the initial data import