Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
fruticosa
ID:
1275821

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Donn.Sm.) W.D.Stevens

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 604 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275159

Common Names

  • Marsdenia fruticosa
  • Fruticose Marsdenia
  • Fruticose Fern Moss

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Description

Marsdenia fruticosa (also called shrubby marsdenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to India. It typically grows in dry, sunny areas, such as in deserts, along roadsides, and in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Marsdenia fruticosa is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It can also be used as a food flavoring and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Marsdenia fruticosa has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marsdenia fruticosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is best to keep the soil moist but not soggy. It is also important to keep the plant in an area that is protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Marsdenia fruticosa

Marsdenia fruticosa is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka and Kerala.

Marsdenia fruticosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marsdenia fruticosa?

Marsdenia fruticosa

What family does Marsdenia fruticosa belong to?

Apocynaceae

What is the common name of Marsdenia fruticosa?

Shrubby Marsdenia

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-50277314: Based on the initial data import
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.
Warren Douglas Stevens (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Stevens' in the authors string.