Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
andina
ID:
412189

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) G.H.Rua

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Parodiana 5: 406 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411521

Common Names

  • Tweedia andina
  • Andean Tweedia
  • Andean Pipewort

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Synonyms

  • Oxypetalum andinum Phil. [unknown]

Description

Tweedia andina (also called Andean Tweedia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a thin stem and small white flowers, and grows in moist areas such as marshes and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Tweedia andina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, digestive disorders, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tweedia andina is small and white. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tweedia andina can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix, and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided carefully, and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Tweedia andina

Tweedia andina is native to the Andes Mountains in South America.

Tweedia andina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tweedia andina?

Tweedia andina

What is the common name of Tweedia andina?

Andean Milkweed

What is the natural habitat of Tweedia andina?

Grassy and open woodlands

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-2438576: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Gabriel H. Rua (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.H.Rua' in the authors string.