Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
470695

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.D.Gómez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 53 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470027

Common Names

  • Prosopanche costaricensis
  • Costaricensis Prosopanche
  • Costaricensis Prosopanche

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Description

Prosopanche costaricensis (also called Costa Rican Prosopanche, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Costa Rica. It grows in grassland, savanna and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Prosopanche costaricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Prosopanche costaricensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prosopanche costaricensis is a perennial vine that is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in early spring in a sunny location and lightly covered with soil. The plants should be spaced 6-12 inches apart. The plants will begin to produce flowers in about 90-100 days after planting.

Where to Find Prosopanche costaricensis

Prosopanche costaricensis can be found in Central and South America.

Prosopanche costaricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prosopanche costaricensis?

Prosopanche costaricensis

What is the common name of Prosopanche costaricensis?

Costa Rican broomrape

What is the natural habitat of Prosopanche costaricensis?

It is found in moist woodlands, meadows, and along the edges of streams and ponds.

Species in the Aristolochiaceae family

Aristolochia hansenii, Aristolochia kongkandae, Aristolochia manantlanensis, Aristolochia meridionalis, Aristolochia perangustifolia, Aristolochia poomae, Aristolochia yalaensis, Aristolochia emiliae, Aristolochia acontophylla, Aristolochia acuminata, Aristolochia acutifolia, Aristolochia albertiana, Aristolochia albida, Aristolochia amara, Aristolochia andina, Aristolochia anguicida, Aristolochia angustifolia, Aristolochia apoloensis, Aristolochia arborea, Aristolochia arborescens, Aristolochia arcuata, Aristolochia arenicola, Aristolochia argentina, Aristolochia asclepiadifolia, Aristolochia asperifolia, Aristolochia atropurpurea, Aristolochia auricularia, Aristolochia austrochinensis, Aristolochia austroszechuanica, Aristolochia austroyunnanensis, Aristolochia baenzigeri, Aristolochia baetica, Aristolochia bahiensis, Aristolochia balansae, Aristolochia bambusifolia, Aristolochia baracoensis, Aristolochia barbourii, Aristolochia baseri, Aristolochia batucensis, Aristolochia bianorii, Aristolochia bicolor, Aristolochia bilabiata, Aristolochia billardierei, Aristolochia bilobata, Aristolochia birostris, Aristolochia boliviensis, Aristolochia boosii, Aristolochia bottae, Aristolochia bracteolata, Aristolochia bracteosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2540492: Based on the initial data import
Luis Diego Gómez (1944-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.D.Gómez' in the authors string.