Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
guatimalense
ID:
539586

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 14: 184 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538918

Common Names

  • Antigonon Guatimalense
  • Guatemalan Antigonon
  • Guatemalan Coral Vine

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Synonyms

  • Polygonum grandiflorum Bertol. [unknown]
  • Antigonon grandiflorum B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Antigonon insigne Mast. [unknown]

Description

Antigonon guatimalense (also called Guatemalan Antigonon, among many other common names) is an evergreen vine that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to tropical Central America and is found in dry, open woodlands and savannas. The leaves are ovate and the flowers are small and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Antigonon guatimalense is an ornamental plant that is often used in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antigonon guatimalense is a pinkish-white color and has five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antigonon guatimalense can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or early summer for best results.

Where to Find Antigonon guatimalense

Antigonon guatimalense is found in tropical regions of Central America.

Antigonon guatimalense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antigonon guatimalense?

Antigonon guatimalense

What is the natural habitat of Antigonon guatimalense?

Tropical and subtropical climates

What is the average height of Antigonon guatimalense?

2-3 meters

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

References