Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
laevigata
ID:
392754

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aiton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. 1: 301 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392086

Common Names

  • Laevigata Periploca
  • Laevigata Periploca
  • Laevigata Periploca

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Synonyms

  • Periploca oleifolia Salisb. [unknown]
  • Periploca punicifolia Cav. [unknown]
  • Periploca laevigata anomalis G.Kunkel [unknown]
  • Periploca laevigata obovata G.Kunkel [unknown]
  • Periploca laevigata undulata G.Kunkel [unknown]

Description

Periploca laevigata (also called Smooth 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 laevigata 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 laevigata 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 laevigata is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is propagated by division in spring or autumn. The roots should be divided into sections with at least one bud per section. The divisions should be planted in a sunny location in well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Periploca laevigata

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

Periploca laevigata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Periploca laevigata?

Periploca laevigata

What is the common name of Periploca laevigata?

Smooth Silkvine

Where is Periploca laevigata 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