Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
torsiva
ID:
372998

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.I.Forst.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 8: 801 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000372330

Common Names

  • Marsdenia torsiva
  • Torsive Marsdenia
  • Torsive Milkvine

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Description

Marsdenia torsiva (also called White-flowered Milkvine, among many other common names) is a perennial vine that is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It has white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Marsdenia torsiva is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Marsdenia torsiva are white or yellowish-white, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marsdenia torsiva is a perennial vine that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is an easy to grow plant that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist soil and partial shade, but can tolerate full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water regularly and fertilize lightly. It is also important to keep the soil evenly moist and to deadhead spent flowers to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Marsdenia torsiva

Marsdenia torsiva is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Marsdenia torsiva FAQ

What are the common uses of Marsdenia torsiva?

Marsdenia torsiva is used in traditional medicine as a treatment for fever, malaria, and other ailments.

What is the natural habitat of Marsdenia torsiva?

Marsdenia torsiva is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South and Central America.

What is the scientific name of Marsdenia torsiva?

The scientific name of Marsdenia torsiva is Marsdenia torsiva.

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

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,

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