Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
aphylla
ID:
392777

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Voy. Inde 4: 109 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392109

Common Names

  • Periploca aphylla
  • Bastard Periploca
  • Aphyllous Periploca

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Synonyms

  • Campelepis viminea Falc. [unknown]

Description

Periploca aphylla (also called Leafless Periploca, among many other common names) is a deciduous climber with small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Periploca aphylla sub. aphylla

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Periploca aphylla 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 aphylla 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 aphylla

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

Periploca aphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Periploca aphylla?

Periploca aphylla

What is the common name of Periploca aphylla?

Bare Silkvine

Where is Periploca aphylla 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,

References