Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
guatemalense
ID:
399337

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) W.D.Stevens

Source:
cmp

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 618 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398669

Common Names

  • Polystemma guatemalense
  • Guatemalense Polystemma
  • Guatemalense Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Labidostelma guatemalense Schltr. [unknown]
  • Matelea quirosii (Standl.) Woodson [unknown]
  • Matelea hintoniana Woodson [unknown]
  • Vincetoxicum quirosii Standl. [unknown]
  • Cynanchum rotatum Sessé & Moc. [illegitimate]
  • Cynanchum rotiforme P.T.Li [unknown]

Description

Polystemma guatemalense (also called Guatemalan Polystemma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Polystemma guatemalense is a tropical plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Polystemma guatemalense flower is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystemma guatemalense is a tropical evergreen vine that is native to Central America. It is a fast-growing vine that can reach up to 10 feet in length. The leaves are glossy green and heart-shaped. The flowers are small and white. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by layering.

Where to Find Polystemma guatemalense

Polystemma guatemalense can be found in Central America, including parts of Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador.

Polystemma guatemalense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystemma guatemalense?

Polystemma guatemalense

What is the common name of Polystemma guatemalense?

Guatemalan Polystemma

What is the habitat of Polystemma guatemalense?

It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2415344: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Warren Douglas Stevens (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Stevens' in the authors string.