Status:
valid
Authors:
(Craib) A.Kidyoo
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Taiwania 63(1): 30. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425415
Description
Vincetoxicum kerrii (also called Vincetoxicum kerrii, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Vincetoxicum kerrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used as a traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, malaria, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Vincetoxicum kerrii is a white color and has a sweet smell. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vincetoxicum kerrii is a perennial plant which is native to China. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C for best results.
Where to Find Vincetoxicum kerrii
Vincetoxicum kerrii is native to India and Nepal. It can be found in moist forests and along streams.
Vincetoxicum kerrii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vincetoxicum kerrii?
Vincetoxicum kerrii
What type of soil does Vincetoxicum kerrii need?
Vincetoxicum kerrii prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
What is the ideal temperature for Vincetoxicum kerrii?
Vincetoxicum kerrii prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
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
Aroonrat Kidyoo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Kidyoo' in the authors string.