Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
purpusiana
ID:
1251579

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.D.Stevens

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Novon 10: 244 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250917

Common Names

  • Purpusiana Marsdenia
  • Marsdenia Purpusiana
  • Purpusiana Marsdenia

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Description

Marsdenia purpusiana (also called Purpus' Marsdenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It is characterized by its small, white flowers and its small, ovate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Marsdenia purpusiana is used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory and digestive problems. It is also used as a food source for some species of birds and mammals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Marsdenia purpusiana has small white flowers with 5 petals. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marsdenia purpusiana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is generally pest and disease free, but may be susceptible to root rot in overly wet conditions.

Where to Find Marsdenia purpusiana

Marsdenia purpusiana is native to Mexico.

Marsdenia purpusiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marsdenia purpusiana?

Marsdenia purpusiana

What is the natural habitat of Marsdenia purpusiana?

Tropical forests

What is the flowering season of Marsdenia purpusiana?

Spring and summer

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,

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