Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
marginata
ID:
823673

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humb., Bonpl. & Kunth) Sperling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 45: 1253 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000823007

Common Names

  • Anredera Marginata
  • Marginata Anredera
  • Marginata Madeira Vine

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Description

Anredera marginata (also called Margined Anredera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anredera marginata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anredera marginata has white flowers with yellow centers and dark purple fruits. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anredera marginata can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright light and moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Where to Find Anredera marginata

Anredera marginata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Argentina, Paraguay, and Brazil.

Anredera marginata FAQ

What is the common name of Anredera marginata?

Margined Madeira-Vine

What is the scientific name of Anredera marginata?

Anredera marginata

What is the family of Anredera marginata?

Basellaceae

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-360643: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humb.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.
Calvin Ross Sperling (1957-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sperling' in the authors string.