Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
1102824

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne.

Source:
tro

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 8: 629 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001102162

Common Names

  • Leptadenia Madagascariensis
  • Madagascariensis Vine
  • Madagascar Leptadenia

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Description

Leptadenia madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Leptadenia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is native to Madagascar and grows in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Leptadenia madagascariensis is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, stomachache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leptadenia madagascariensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five pointed petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptadenia madagascariensis is a perennial climber that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the stem tips and place them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. Once the cuttings have rooted, transplant them into a larger pot.

Where to Find Leptadenia madagascariensis

Leptadenia madagascariensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry, open areas.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

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