Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
coddii
ID:
1412921

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bullock) Meve & Liede

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 369(3): 138. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425386


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Description

Vincetoxicum coddii (also called Codd's Vincetoxicum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to China, India, Nepal, and Vietnam. It is a perennial herb with a woody stem and ovate leaves. It is found in grasslands, forests, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Vincetoxicum coddii is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and is used in traditional cooking.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vincetoxicum coddii has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vincetoxicum coddii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, division, or cuttings. Plant the seeds in a sunny location and keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. Division can be done in spring or early summer, and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Vincetoxicum coddii

Vincetoxicum coddii is native to the Himalayas, India, and Nepal. It can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Vincetoxicum coddii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vincetoxicum coddii?

Vincetoxicum coddii

What is the natural habitat of Vincetoxicum coddii?

Vincetoxicum coddii is native to the Philippines.

What is the average height of Vincetoxicum coddii?

Vincetoxicum coddii typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

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

Arthur Allman Bullock (1906-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bullock' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.