Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
perrieri
ID:
634130

Status:
valid

Authors:
Choux

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Colon. Marseille , sér. 3, 2: 307 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000633462



Common Names

  • Cynanchum perrieri
  • Perrieri Swallowwort
  • Perrieri Vincetoxicum


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Description

Cynanchum perrieri (also called Cynanchum perrieri, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cynanchum perrieri is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cynanchum perrieri is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a black, round seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynanchum perrieri is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate some frost. Deadheading spent flowers will help promote more blooms.

Where to Find Cynanchum perrieri

Cynanchum perrieri is native to Madagascar.

Cynanchum perrieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynanchum perrieri?

Cynanchum perrieri

What is the common name of Cynanchum perrieri?

Perrier's Swallow-wort

What is the habitat of Cynanchum perrieri?

It is found in dry, rocky hillsides and open woods

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,

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