Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
fuscatum
ID:
422369

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hornem.) Endl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Cat. Horti Vindob. 1: 474 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421701

Common Names

  • Vincetoxicum Fuscatum
  • Brown Vincetoxicum
  • Fuscous Vincetoxicum

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Synonyms

  • Cynanchum fuscatum (Hornem.) Link [unknown]
  • Cynanchum maeoticum Kleopow [unknown]
  • Asclepias fuscata Hornem. [unknown]
  • Vincetoxicum fuscatum Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Vincetoxicum fuscatum (also called brown swallow-wort, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Europe and western Asia. It grows in dry habitats such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas, and can reach heights of up to 1.5 m.

Uses & Benefits

Vincetoxicum fuscatum is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used for making tea.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vincetoxicum fuscatum sub. boissieri (Kusn.) Browicz
Vincetoxicum fuscatum sub. fuscatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vincetoxicum fuscatum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed with a pointed tip. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vincetoxicum fuscatum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Vincetoxicum fuscatum

Vincetoxicum fuscatum is native to Europe, where it can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Vincetoxicum fuscatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vincetoxicum fuscatum?

Vincetoxicum fuscatum

What type of plant is Vincetoxicum fuscatum?

Vincetoxicum fuscatum is a flowering plant.

Where is Vincetoxicum fuscatum found?

Vincetoxicum fuscatum 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-2456859: Based on the initial data import
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.
Jens Wilken Hornemann (1770-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hornem.' in the authors string.