Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
rossicum
ID:
746169

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kleopow) Barbar.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Vyzn. Rosl. Ukr. : 345 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745502

Common Names

  • Vincetoxicum Rossicum
  • Rossicum Vincetoxicum
  • Rossicum Plant

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Synonyms

  • Alexitoxicon rosaicum (Kleopow) Pobed. [unknown]
  • Antitoxicum rossicum (Kleopow) Pobed. [unknown]
  • Vincetoxicum officinale rossicum (Kleopow) Grodz. [unknown]
  • Cynanchum melanthos Poir. [unknown]
  • Cynanchum rossicum Kleopow [unknown]
  • Alexitoxicon rossicum (Kleopow) Pobed. [unknown]
  • Cynanchum rossicum Borhidi [unknown]

Description

Vincetoxicum rossicum (also called Russian Vincetoxicum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has a thin stem, reaching up to 40 cm in height, with small, white flowers and divided leaves. It prefers moist habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vincetoxicum rossicum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vincetoxicum rossicum has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vincetoxicum rossicum is a perennial plant native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from healthy clumps and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a cool, humid environment.

Where to Find Vincetoxicum rossicum

Vincetoxicum rossicum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Vincetoxicum rossicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vincetoxicum rossicum?

Vincetoxicum rossicum

What is the common name of Vincetoxicum rossicum?

Russian Vincetoxicum

What is the natural habitat of Vincetoxicum rossicum?

Vincetoxicum rossicum is found in moist meadows, forest edges, and riverbanks in the Caucasus region.

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-2898438: Based on the initial data import
Yuri Kleópov (1902-1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kleopow' in the authors string.
Andrei Ivanovich Barbarich (1903-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barbar.' in the authors string.