Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
muricata
ID:
560150

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cav.) Cuatrec.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Webbia 13: 503 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559482

Common Names

  • Banisteriopsis muricata
  • Ayahuasca Vine
  • Muricata Ayahuasca

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Synonyms

  • Banisteria acanthocarpa A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Banisteria acanthocarpa eglandulosa Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria acanthocarpa glandulifera Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria argentea Spreng. ex A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Banisteria argentea acuminata Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria argentea eglandulosa Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria argentea glandulifera Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria argentea obtusiuscula Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria argentea transiens Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria atrosanguinea A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Banisteria benthamiana A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Banisteria bicolor Poepp. ex A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Banisteria illustris Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria metallicolor A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Banisteria metallicolor aurea Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria metallicolor eglandulosa Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria metallicolor falcata Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria metallicolor glandulifera Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria metallicolor pruinosa Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria metallicolor sericea Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria metallicolor subrotunda Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria metallicolor subsalicina Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteria muricata Cav. [unknown]
  • Banisteria muricata atrosanguinea (Juss.) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Banisteria pruinosa Mart. ex A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Banisteria sanguinea benthamiana J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Banisteria schlimii Turcz. [unknown]
  • Banisteria schomburgkiana Benth. [unknown]
  • Banisteria williamsii Nied. [unknown]
  • Banisteriopsis argentea C.B.Rob. [unknown]
  • Banisteriopsis illustris Rusby [unknown]
  • Banisteriopsis metallicolor (A.Juss.) O'Donell & Lourteig [unknown]
  • Banisteriopsis metallicolor sericea (Nied.) O'Donell & Lourteig [unknown]
  • Banisteriopsis metallicolor subrotunda (Nied.) O'Donell & Lourteig [unknown]
  • Banisteriopsis schomburgkiana C.B.Rob. [unknown]
  • Banisteriopsis williamsii Rusby [unknown]
  • Heteropterys argentea Kunth [unknown]
  • Heteropterys pirayuensis Morong [unknown]
  • Banisteria atrosanguinea benthamiana (A.Juss.) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]

Description

Banisteriopsis muricata (also called Ayahuasca, Yage, and Cipo Vine, among many other common names) is a woody liana native to the Amazon rainforest. It has long, thin stems with small, oval leaves and small white flowers. It typically grows in humid, tropical climates, and is found in the understory of rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Banisteriopsis muricata has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Banisteriopsis muricata is small, white and tubular. Its seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Banisteriopsis muricata is a liana native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is best grown in a well-draining, medium-fertile potting mix, in bright but indirect light. Propagation is done by division of the clumps of stems and by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm.

Where to Find Banisteriopsis muricata

Banisteriopsis muricata is found in the Amazon rainforest in South America.

Banisteriopsis muricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Banisteriopsis muricata?

Banisteriopsis muricata

What is the common name of Banisteriopsis muricata?

Rugose-Leaved Banisteriopsis

Where is Banisteriopsis muricata found?

Banisteriopsis muricata is found in Central and South America

Species in the Banisteriopsis genus

Banisteriopsis macedae, Banisteriopsis acerosa, Banisteriopsis adenopoda, Banisteriopsis alternifolia, Banisteriopsis andersonii, Banisteriopsis angustifolia, Banisteriopsis anisandra, Banisteriopsis arborea, Banisteriopsis argyrophylla, Banisteriopsis basifixa, Banisteriopsis byssacea, Banisteriopsis caapi, Banisteriopsis calcicola, Banisteriopsis campestris, Banisteriopsis carolina, Banisteriopsis cipoensis, Banisteriopsis confusa, Banisteriopsis elegans, Banisteriopsis gardneriana, Banisteriopsis goiana, Banisteriopsis grandifolia, Banisteriopsis harleyi, Banisteriopsis hatschbachii, Banisteriopsis hirsuta, Banisteriopsis irwinii, Banisteriopsis laevifolia, Banisteriopsis latifolia, Banisteriopsis lyrata, Banisteriopsis magdalenensis, Banisteriopsis maguirei, Banisteriopsis malifolia, Banisteriopsis martiniana, Banisteriopsis megaphylla, Banisteriopsis membranifolia, Banisteriopsis multifoliolata, Banisteriopsis muricata, Banisteriopsis nummifera, Banisteriopsis oxyclada, Banisteriopsis padifolia, Banisteriopsis paraguariensis, Banisteriopsis parviflora, Banisteriopsis parviglandula, Banisteriopsis pauciflora, Banisteriopsis polygama, Banisteriopsis prancei, Banisteriopsis pseudojanusia, Banisteriopsis pubescens, Banisteriopsis pulcherrima, Banisteriopsis pulchra, Banisteriopsis quadriglandula,

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2668936: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.