Cynanchum erikseniae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erikseniae
ID:
633698
Status:
valid
Authors:
Morillo
Source:
cmp
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Ernstia 2(3–4): 61 (1992).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000633030
Common Names
- Cynanchum erikseniae
- Eriksen's Swallow-wort
- Mexican Swallow-wort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cynanchum erikseniae (also called Eriksen's swallowwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. The leaves are opposite, sessile, and ovate-lanceolate in shape. It is found in grasslands, forests, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Cynanchum erikseniae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cynanchum erikseniae has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are bright green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cynanchum erikseniae is a perennial herb that is native to China. It is cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and in a moist but well-drained soil.
Where to Find Cynanchum erikseniae
Cynanchum erikseniae is native to Madagascar, and can be found in dry, open forests.
Cynanchum erikseniae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cynanchum erikseniae?
Cynanchum erikseniae
What is the common name of Cynanchum erikseniae?
No common name
Where is Cynanchum erikseniae found?
Cynanchum erikseniae is found in the Canary Islands
Species in the Cynanchum genus
Cynanchum absconditum, Cynanchum abyssinicum, Cynanchum acidum, Cynanchum aculeatum, Cynanchum acuminatum, Cynanchum acutifolium, Cynanchum acutum, Cynanchum adalinae, Cynanchum africanum, Cynanchum alatum, Cynanchum altiscandens, Cynanchum ambovombense, Cynanchum ampanihense, Cynanchum analamazaotrense, Cynanchum anderssonii, Cynanchum andringitrense, Cynanchum angavokeliense, Cynanchum ansamalense, Cynanchum anthonyanum, Cynanchum antsiranense, Cynanchum appendiculatopsis, Cynanchum appendiculatum, Cynanchum arenarium, Cynanchum auriculatum, Cynanchum balense, Cynanchum baronii, Cynanchum batangense, Cynanchum beatricis, Cynanchum bernardii, Cynanchum bicampanulatum, Cynanchum bifidum, Cynanchum bisinuatum, Cynanchum blandum, Cynanchum blyttioides, Cynanchum bonariense, Cynanchum bosseri, Cynanchum boudieri, Cynanchum boveanum, Cynanchum bowmanii, Cynanchum brasiliense, Cynanchum brevicoronatum, Cynanchum bricenoi, Cynanchum bulligerum, Cynanchum bungei, Cynanchum callialatum, Cynanchum carautanum, Cynanchum caudigerum, Cynanchum celebicum, Cynanchum chanchanense, Cynanchum chinense,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2751042: Based on the initial data import
Gilberto N. Morillo (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morillo' in the authors string.