Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
ligulatus
ID:
532096

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) A.Heller

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bot. Explor. S. Texas : 79 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531428



Common Names

  • Ligulate Ampelamus
  • Ligulate Ampelocissus
  • Ligulate Vine


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Synonyms

  • Roulinia ligulata Pittier [unknown]
  • Roulinia sinaloensis Brandegee [unknown]
  • Cynanchum ligulatum (Benth.) Woodson [unknown]
  • Cynanchum sinaloense (Brandegee) Woodson [unknown]
  • Enslenia ligulata Benth. [unknown]
  • Mellichampia sinaloensis (Brandegee) Kearney & Peebles [unknown]
  • Mellichampia rubescens A.Gray [unknown]
  • Mellichampia ligulata (Benth.) Vail [unknown]

Description

Ampelamus ligulatus (also called the twining-rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in wet areas such as marshes, bogs, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ampelamus ligulatus is used for erosion control, as a nectar source for bees and butterflies, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ampelamus ligulatus has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ampelamus ligulatus is a perennial shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant that typically grows to a height of 1-2 m. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced 1-2 m apart.

Where to Find Ampelamus ligulatus

Ampelamus ligulatus is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey and north to the United Kingdom.

Ampelamus ligulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ampelamus ligulatus?

Ampelamus ligulatus

What is the common name of Ampelamus ligulatus?

Ligulate Ampelamus

What is the natural habitat of Ampelamus ligulatus?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Ampelamus genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Amos Arthur Heller (1867-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Heller' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:11464-2: Based on the initial data import