Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
balansae
ID:
372356

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 2: 811 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371688

Common Names

  • Balansa's Marsdenia
  • Balansa Marsdenia
  • Marsdenia balansae

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Description

Marsdenia balansae (also called Balansa's Milkvine, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to South America, typically found in wet, tropical forests. It has long, thin, green stems and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Marsdenia balansae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Marsdenia balansae is a yellowish-green color, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marsdenia balansae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer when temperatures are warm. Marsdenia balansae should be grown in a sunny location in well-draining soil.

Where to Find Marsdenia balansae

Marsdenia balansae can be found in South Africa.

Marsdenia balansae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marsdenia balansae?

Marsdenia balansae

What is the common name of Marsdenia balansae?

Balansa's Milkvine

What is the natural habitat of Marsdenia balansae?

It is found in South Africa, in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Species in the Marsdenia genus

Marsdenia divisicola, Marsdenia egregia, Marsdenia ekmanii, Marsdenia elephantina, Marsdenia elliptica, Marsdenia cremea, Marsdenia cymulosa, Marsdenia cubensis, Marsdenia cyanescens, Marsdenia dognyensis, Marsdenia cynanchoides, Marsdenia destituta, Marsdenia dictyophylla, Marsdenia dischidioides, Marsdenia eriocarpa, Marsdenia eriocaulis, Marsdenia crinita, Marsdenia condensiflora, Marsdenia connivens, Marsdenia coronata, Marsdenia coulteri, Marsdenia bergii, Marsdenia balansae, Marsdenia beatricis, Marsdenia belensis, Marsdenia assimulata, Marsdenia bilobata, Marsdenia archboldiana, Marsdenia angolensis, Marsdenia angustata, Marsdenia araujacea, Marsdenia arfakensis, Marsdenia argentata, Marsdenia argillicola, Marsdenia bourgeana, Marsdenia arachnoidea, Marsdenia carnosa, Marsdenia carrii, Marsdenia bliriensis, Marsdenia carvalhoi, Marsdenia calcicola, Marsdenia celebica, Marsdenia brassii, Marsdenia brevis, Marsdenia brunnea, Marsdenia lloydii, Marsdenia liisae, Marsdenia linearis, Marsdenia lucida, Marsdenia laxiflora,

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