Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
johnstonii
ID:
372748

Status:
valid

Authors:
Shinners

Source:
cmp

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Sida 1: 366 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000372080

Common Names

  • Matelea johnstonii
  • Johnston's Matelea
  • Johnston's-flowered Matelea

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Synonyms

  • Matelea stenopetala (A.Gray) Woodson [illegitimate]
  • Vincetoxicum stenopetalum (A.Gray) Standl. [unknown]
  • Gonolobus stenopetalus A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Matelea johnstonii (also called Johnston's Milkvine, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to the southeastern United States. It has yellowish-green flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is found in moist, wooded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Matelea johnstonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Matelea johnstonii has white flowers with yellow centers. Seed: The seed is small, round, and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Matelea johnstonii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Matelea johnstonii

Matelea johnstonii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas.

Matelea johnstonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Matelea johnstonii?

Matelea johnstonii

What is the common name of Matelea johnstonii?

Johnston's Matelea

What is the natural habitat of Matelea johnstonii?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands

Species in the Matelea genus

Matelea yanomamica, Matelea stenopetala, Matelea woodsonii, Matelea urophylla, Matelea sucrensis, Matelea tuerckheimii, Matelea virginiae, Matelea vaupesana, Matelea aspera, Matelea annulata, Matelea amazonica, Matelea alainii, Matelea abbreviata, Matelea ampiyacuensis, Matelea altamirana, Matelea bahiensis, Matelea capillacea, Matelea cardozoi, Matelea carmenaemiliae, Matelea carnevaliana, Matelea ceratopetala, Matelea bolivarensis, Matelea balbisii, Matelea constanzana, Matelea lourteigiae, Matelea magnifolia, Matelea manarae, Matelea marcoassisii, Matelea ochracea, Matelea obliqua, Matelea linearipetala, Matelea liesneri, Matelea holstii, Matelea johnstonii, Matelea kirkbridei, Matelea neblinae, Matelea matogrossensis, Matelea micrantha, Matelea serpens, Matelea suareziae, Matelea stergiosii, Matelea squiresii, Matelea planiflora, Matelea porphyrantha, Matelea pinguifolia, Matelea orthoneura, Matelea orthosioides, Matelea pedalis, Matelea rogersii, Matelea romeroi,

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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