Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sandwith) L.G.Lohmann
Source:
iplants
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 99: 387 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782395
Common Names
- Adenocalymma Adenophorum
- Adenophorum Adenocalymma
- Adenocalymma
Description
Adenocalymma adenophorum (also called Adenophorum Adenocalymma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is native to the Caribbean islands of Hispaniola and Puerto Rico. It is a woody, evergreen vine that grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Adenocalymma adenophorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adenocalymma adenophorum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adenocalymma adenophorum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 6 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings. Take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy stem and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and place in a pot filled with a mixture of sand and peat moss. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in a warm, bright location. Rooting should occur in 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Adenocalymma adenophorum
Adenocalymma adenophorum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Adenocalymma adenophorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenocalymma adenophorum?
Adenocalymma adenophorum
What is the common name of Adenocalymma adenophorum?
Adenophorum trumpet vine
What is the natural habitat of Adenocalymma adenophorum?
It is native to tropical and subtropical forests in Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum,
Adenocalymma pseudopatulum,
Adenocalymma acutissimum,
Adenocalymma apparicianum,
Adenocalymma apurense,
Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum,
Adenocalymma bracteatum,
Adenocalymma bracteolatum,
Adenocalymma bullatum,
Adenocalymma calderonii,
Adenocalymma chocoense,
Adenocalymma coriaceum,
Adenocalymma cymbalum,
Adenocalymma dichilum,
Adenocalymma divaricatum,
Adenocalymma dugandii,
Adenocalymma dusenii,
Adenocalymma flavum,
Adenocalymma fruticosum,
Adenocalymma gracielzae,
Adenocalymma hatschbachii,
Adenocalymma heterophyllum,
Adenocalymma hirtum,
Adenocalymma hypostictum,
Adenocalymma impressum,
Adenocalymma inundatum,
Adenocalymma macrophyllum,
Adenocalymma magdalenense,
Adenocalymma magnificum,
Adenocalymma marginatum,
Adenocalymma nervosum,
Adenocalymma paulistarum,
Adenocalymma prancei,
Adenocalymma salmoneum,
Adenocalymma saulense,
Adenocalymma scabriusculum,
Adenocalymma scansile,
Adenocalymma sousae,
Adenocalymma subincanum,
Adenocalymma subsessilifolium,
Adenocalymma subspicatum,
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx,
Adenocalymma ternatum,
Adenocalymma trifoliatum,
Adenocalymma ubatubense,
Adenocalymma uleanum,
Adenocalymma cladotrichum,
Adenocalymma reticulatum,
Adenocalymma velutinum,
Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77141914-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].