Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
bilobum
ID:
694163

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. & Arn.) J.F.Macbr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 49: 51 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693496



Common Names

  • Funastrum bilobum
  • Bilobum Funastrum
  • Funastrum


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Synonyms

  • Philibertella filipes Rusby [unknown]
  • Philibertia fendleri A.Gray [unknown]
  • Sarcostemma bellum Standl. & L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Sarcostemma bilobum Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Funastrum fendleri (A.Gray) Schltr. [unknown]
  • Philibertia biloba (Hook. & Arn.) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Sarcostemma bilobum filipes (Rusby) Dugand [unknown]

Description

Funastrum bilobum (also called Two-Lobed Milkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a sprawling habit. It is native to North America, and is found in grasslands, meadows and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Funastrum bilobum can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used as a flavoring in food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Funastrum bilobum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, round cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Funastrum bilobum is a hardy, herbaceous perennial that grows from 8-12 inches tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a seed bed outdoors. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Funastrum bilobum

Funastrum bilobum can be found in parts of North America, including Arizona, California, and Nevada.

Funastrum bilobum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Funastrum bilobum?

Funastrum bilobum

What is the natural habitat of Funastrum bilobum?

It is found in dry, rocky places in the Mediterranean region.

What is the flowering period of Funastrum bilobum?

It flowers from March to May.

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

James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:106364-2: Based on the initial data import