Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
392778

Status:
valid

Authors:
Labill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Syr. 2: 13 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392110

Common Names

  • Periploca angustifolia
  • Narrow-leaved Periploca
  • Angustifolia Periploca

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Synonyms

  • Periploca fasciculata Viv. ex Coss. [unknown]
  • Periploca laevigata angustifolia (Labill.) Markgr. [unknown]
  • Periploca audicea Raeusch. [unknown]
  • Periploca rigida Viv. [unknown]

Description

Periploca angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Periploca, among many other common names) is a deciduous climber with small, linear leaves and white flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Periploca angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Periploca angustifolia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Periploca angustifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Periploca angustifolia

Periploca angustifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, Cyprus, and the Middle East.

Periploca angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Periploca angustifolia?

Periploca angustifolia

What is the common name of Periploca angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved Silkvine

Where is Periploca angustifolia native to?

Southern Europe and North Africa

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,