Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
assadii
ID:
422304

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zaeifi

Source:
ksu

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot. 8: 106 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421636

Common Names

  • Assadii Vincetoxicum
  • Assad's Woodbine
  • Assad's Vincetoxicum

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Description

Vincetoxicum assadii (also called Assad's Vincetoxicum, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to temperate regions of the world. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 30 cm in height. Its leaves are ovate, with a serrated margin, and its flowers are white with a yellow center. It is found in moist habitats, such as forests, woodlands, and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vincetoxicum assadii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vincetoxicum assadii has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vincetoxicum assadii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn, when the plant is dormant. The divisions should be planted in well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Vincetoxicum assadii

Vincetoxicum assadii is native to the Mediterranean region.

Vincetoxicum assadii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vincetoxicum assadii?

Vincetoxicum assadii

What is the common name of Vincetoxicum assadii?

Assad's Vincetoxicum

What is the natural habitat of Vincetoxicum assadii?

It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests, woodlands, and thickets

Species in the Vincetoxicum genus

Vincetoxicum mukdenense, Vincetoxicum rotundifolium, Vincetoxicum roylei, Vincetoxicum rupestre, Vincetoxicum miquelianum, Vincetoxicum mozaffarianii, Vincetoxicum pannonicum, Vincetoxicum parviflorum, Vincetoxicum nipponicum, Vincetoxicum nigrum, Vincetoxicum leschenaultii, Vincetoxicum irrawadense, Vincetoxicum juzepczukii, Vincetoxicum matsumurae, Vincetoxicum lycioides, Vincetoxicum macrophyllum, Vincetoxicum longifolium, Vincetoxicum tenerrimum, Vincetoxicum ucrainicum, Vincetoxicum yonakuniense, Vincetoxicum purpurascens, Vincetoxicum sibiricum, Vincetoxicum spirale, Vincetoxicum speciosum, Vincetoxicum scandens, Vincetoxicum schmalhausenii, Vincetoxicum caffrum, Vincetoxicum assadii, Vincetoxicum atratum, Vincetoxicum biglandulosum, Vincetoxicum belostemma, Vincetoxicum canescens, Vincetoxicum glaucescens, Vincetoxicum globiferum, Vincetoxicum fuscatum, Vincetoxicum huteri, Vincetoxicum helferi, Vincetoxicum heterophyllum, Vincetoxicum himalaicum, Vincetoxicum hirsutum, Vincetoxicum hirundinaria, Vincetoxicum creticum, Vincetoxicum cordifolium, Vincetoxicum cissodes, Vincetoxicum chinense, Vincetoxicum erectum, Vincetoxicum dalzellii, Vincetoxicum exile, Vincetoxicum fasciculatum, Vincetoxicum flavum,

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,

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