Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
leptopus
ID:
539588

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 308 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538920

Common Names

  • Antigonon Leptopus
  • Slender Antigonon
  • Slender Coral Vine

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Synonyms

  • Antigonon cinerascens M.Martens & Galeotti [unknown]
  • Antigonon cordatum M.Martens & Galeotti [unknown]
  • Antigonon platypus Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Corculum leptopus (Hook. & Arn.) Stuntz [unknown]
  • Antigonon amabie K.Koch [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Antigonon leptopus 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 leptopus is a white or pinkish 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 leptopus 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 leptopus

Antigonon leptopus is native to tropical regions of South America.

Antigonon leptopus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antigonon leptopus?

Antigonon leptopus

What is the natural habitat of Antigonon leptopus?

Tropical and subtropical climates

What is the average height of Antigonon leptopus?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2642295: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.