Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
sanguinolenta
ID:
393552

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) B.Hansen

Source:
ksu

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 116: 41 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392884



Common Names

  • Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta
  • Bloody-flowered Ptyssiglottis
  • Bloody-flowered Vine


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Description

Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta (also called 'Bloody-veined Ptyssiglottis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is a small, herbaceous plant with small, white flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It should be planted in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a neat shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta

Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta?

Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta

What is the common name of Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta?

Sanguinolenta yam

What is the habitat of Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta?

Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta is found in tropical rainforests in western Africa

Species in the Ptyssiglottis genus

Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta, Ptyssiglottis subcordata, Ptyssiglottis salicifolia, Ptyssiglottis rubrolutea, Ptyssiglottis pubisepala, Ptyssiglottis pubescens, Ptyssiglottis psychotriifolia, Ptyssiglottis picta, Ptyssiglottis peranthera, Ptyssiglottis staminodifera, Ptyssiglottis mucronata, Ptyssiglottis glabrisepala, Ptyssiglottis maxima, Ptyssiglottis longisepala, Ptyssiglottis lanceolata, Ptyssiglottis isophylla, Ptyssiglottis hirsuta, Ptyssiglottis hallieri, Ptyssiglottis glandulifera, Ptyssiglottis gibbsiae, Ptyssiglottis fusca, Ptyssiglottis fastidiosa, Ptyssiglottis dulcamarioides, Ptyssiglottis bantamensis, Ptyssiglottis auriculata, Ptyssiglottis granulata, Ptyssiglottis caudata, Ptyssiglottis campanulata, Ptyssiglottis creaghii, Ptyssiglottis chrysea, Ptyssiglottis densiflora, Ptyssiglottis decurrens, Ptyssiglottis cyrtandroides, Ptyssiglottis cuprea, Ptyssiglottis undulata, Ptyssiglottis kunthiana, Ptyssiglottis nigrescens, Ptyssiglottis radicans,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
Bertel Hansen (1932-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Hansen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:969650-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.