Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
rhynchocephala
ID:
508240

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krings

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Sida 22: 949 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507572

Common Names

  • Matelea rhynchocephala
  • Meiogyne verrucosa
  • Melanortocarya obtusifolia

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Description

Matelea rhynchocephala (also called Rhynchocephala Matelea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Asclepiadaceae family. It is a perennial herb with a twining stem and opposite leaves. It is native to Mexico and grows in moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Matelea rhynchocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a drought-tolerant ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Matelea rhynchocephala are white and tubular in shape, with a yellowish center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a small, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Matelea rhynchocephala can be propagated from seed or by division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix in a warm, bright location. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate in 4-6 weeks. To propagate by division, dig up the plant in early spring or late fall and divide the clumps into smaller sections. Replant the divisions in moist, well-draining soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Matelea rhynchocephala

Matelea rhynchocephala is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Matelea rhynchocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Matelea rhynchocephala?

Matelea rhynchocephala

What is the common name of Matelea rhynchocephala?

Rhynchocephala Matelea

What type of plant is Matelea rhynchocephala?

Vine

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,