Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
refractum
ID:
694210

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Donn.Sm.) Schltr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 13: 287 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693543



Common Names

  • Funastrum refractum
  • Refracting Milkweed
  • Twining Milkweed


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Synonyms

  • Philibertia refracta Donn.Sm. [unknown]
  • Sarcostemma refractum (Donn.Sm.) L.O.Williams [unknown]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Funastrum refractum are white, 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 refractum is a perennial plant that is best grown from seed. It can be sown directly in the garden in spring or fall. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation can also be done by division of established clumps in spring or fall.

Where to Find Funastrum refractum

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

Funastrum refractum FAQ

What is the common name of Funastrum refractum?

Refracting Twinevine

What is the native range of Funastrum refractum?

Southern United States and northern Mexico

What is the optimal soil type for Funastrum refractum?

Well-drained, sandy soil

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:106404-2: Based on the initial data import