Marsdenia leiocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leiocarpa
ID:
372445
Status:
valid
Authors:
King & Prain
Source:
ksu
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 69: 170 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371777
Common Names
- Marsdenia leiocarpa
- Smooth-fruited Marsdenia
- Smooth-fruited Milkvine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Marsdenia leiocarpa (also called Smooth-fruited Milkvine, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to South America, typically found in wet, tropical forests. It has long, thin, green stems and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Marsdenia leiocarpa is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Marsdenia leiocarpa is white or yellowish-white, with a bell-shaped corolla and a short tube. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Marsdenia leiocarpa is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central America and is found in moist, tropical forests. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.
Where to Find Marsdenia leiocarpa
Marsdenia leiocarpa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Marsdenia leiocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Marsdenia leiocarpa?
Marsdenia leiocarpa
What is the common name of Marsdenia leiocarpa?
Smooth-fruited Marsdenia
Where is Marsdenia leiocarpa found?
Marsdenia leiocarpa is found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan
Species in the Marsdenia genus
Marsdenia divisicola, Marsdenia egregia, Marsdenia ekmanii, Marsdenia elephantina, Marsdenia elliptica, Marsdenia cremea, Marsdenia cymulosa, Marsdenia cubensis, Marsdenia cyanescens, Marsdenia dognyensis, Marsdenia cynanchoides, Marsdenia destituta, Marsdenia dictyophylla, Marsdenia dischidioides, Marsdenia eriocarpa, Marsdenia eriocaulis, Marsdenia crinita, Marsdenia condensiflora, Marsdenia connivens, Marsdenia coronata, Marsdenia coulteri, Marsdenia bergii, Marsdenia balansae, Marsdenia beatricis, Marsdenia belensis, Marsdenia assimulata, Marsdenia bilobata, Marsdenia archboldiana, Marsdenia angolensis, Marsdenia angustata, Marsdenia araujacea, Marsdenia arfakensis, Marsdenia argentata, Marsdenia argillicola, Marsdenia bourgeana, Marsdenia arachnoidea, Marsdenia carnosa, Marsdenia carrii, Marsdenia bliriensis, Marsdenia carvalhoi, Marsdenia calcicola, Marsdenia celebica, Marsdenia brassii, Marsdenia brevis, Marsdenia brunnea, Marsdenia lloydii, Marsdenia liisae, Marsdenia linearis, Marsdenia lucida, Marsdenia laxiflora,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
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References
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:99202-1: Based on the initial data import