Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
canescens
ID:
422326

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Decne.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 8: 523 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421658

Common Names

  • Canescens Vincetoxicum
  • Canescens Woodbine
  • Canescens Vincetoxicum

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Synonyms

  • Antitoxicum canescens (Willd.) Pobed. [unknown]
  • Asclepias canescens Willd. [unknown]
  • Cynanchum canescens (Willd.) K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Vincetoxicum canescens (also called Gray 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 canescens 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vincetoxicum canescens sub. pedunculata Browicz
Vincetoxicum canescens sub. canescens

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vincetoxicum canescens is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vincetoxicum canescens is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Vincetoxicum canescens

Vincetoxicum canescens is native to Europe and parts of Asia.

Vincetoxicum canescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vincetoxicum canescens?

Vincetoxicum canescens

What type of plant is Vincetoxicum canescens?

Vincetoxicum canescens is a flowering plant.

Where is Vincetoxicum canescens found?

Vincetoxicum canescens is found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2456752: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.