Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
utahense
ID:
694219

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engelm.) Liede & Meve

Source:
cmp

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22: 589 (2002 publ. 2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693552



Common Names

  • Funastrum utahense
  • Utah Milkweed
  • Utah Twinevine


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Synonyms

  • Astephanus utahensis Engelm. [unknown]
  • Cynanchum utahense (Engelm.) Woodson [unknown]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Funastrum utahense 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 utahense is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States. It has small, white flowers and is low-growing. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Funastrum utahense

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

Funastrum utahense FAQ

What is the common name of Funastrum utahense?

Utah Twinevine

What is the native range of Funastrum utahense?

Southern United States and northern Mexico

What is the optimal soil type for Funastrum utahense?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2815689: Based on the initial data import
George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.