Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
carterae
ID:
1246047

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.D.Stevens & Juárez-Jaimes

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9(4): 565. 1999

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245385

Common Names

  • Marsdenia carterae
  • Carterae Marsdenia
  • Carterae Milkvine

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Description

Marsdenia carterae (also called Carterae, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in dry and moist forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Marsdenia carterae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It can also be used to make jams, jellies, and syrups.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Marsdenia carterae is yellow, with a dark center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marsdenia carterae is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every few months. Prune to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Marsdenia carterae

Marsdenia carterae can be found in the tropical forests of India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

Marsdenia carterae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marsdenia carterae?

Marsdenia carterae

What is the common name of Marsdenia carterae?

Carter's Marsdenia

What is the natural habitat of Marsdenia carterae?

It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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,

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 tro-50133189: Based on the initial data import
Warren Douglas Stevens (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Stevens' in the authors string.
Verónica Juárez-Jaimes (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Juárez-Jaimes' in the authors string.