Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
flavum
ID:
694181

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meyen) Malme

Source:
cmp

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Genève , sér. 2, 3: 269 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693514



Common Names

  • Funastrum flavum
  • Flavum Funastrum
  • Funastrum


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Synonyms

  • Cystostemma umbellatum E.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Funastrum longifolium (Arechav.) Schltr. [unknown]
  • Philibertia flava Meyen [unknown]
  • Pentagonium flavum (Meyen) Schauer [unknown]
  • Philibertia stellaris Griseb. [unknown]
  • Sarcostemma flavum (Meyen) Decne. [unknown]
  • Philibertia longifolia Arechav. [unknown]
  • Ceramanthus flavus Malme [deprecated]

Description

Funastrum flavum (also called Yellow 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 flavum is an attractive ornamental plant that can be used in gardens and flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Funastrum flavum are yellow, bell-shaped, and fragrant. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Funastrum flavum 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 flavum

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

Funastrum flavum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Funastrum flavum?

Funastrum flavum

What is the common name of Funastrum flavum?

Yellow Twinevine

What is the natural habitat of Funastrum flavum?

Dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas

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

Franz Meyen (1804-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meyen' in the authors string.
Gustaf Oskar Andersson Malme (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malme' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:106379-2: Based on the initial data import