Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
proctorii
ID:
744900

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krings

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 2: 151 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744233



Common Names

  • Proctor's Matelea
  • Proctor's Flower
  • Proctor's Plant


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Synonyms

  • Jacaima parvifolia Proctor [unknown]

Description

Matelea proctorii (also called Proctor's Matelea, among many other common names) is a perennial vine with small, heart-shaped leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States and is typically found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Matelea proctorii is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Matelea proctorii is white with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Matelea proctorii is a hardy perennial vine that can be grown in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the vines and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Matelea proctorii

Matelea proctorii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the Balkans, Italy, and the Middle East.

Matelea proctorii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Matelea proctorii?

Matelea proctorii

What is the common name of Matelea proctorii?

Proctor's Milkvine

What is the natural habitat of Matelea proctorii?

Mountain meadows and rocky slopes

Species in the Matelea genus

Matelea yanomamica, Matelea stenopetala, Matelea woodsonii, Matelea urophylla, Matelea sucrensis, Matelea tuerckheimii, Matelea virginiae, Matelea vaupesana, Matelea aspera, Matelea annulata, Matelea amazonica, Matelea alainii, Matelea abbreviata, Matelea ampiyacuensis, Matelea altamirana, Matelea bahiensis, Matelea capillacea, Matelea cardozoi, Matelea carmenaemiliae, Matelea carnevaliana, Matelea ceratopetala, Matelea bolivarensis, Matelea balbisii, Matelea constanzana, Matelea lourteigiae, Matelea magnifolia, Matelea manarae, Matelea marcoassisii, Matelea ochracea, Matelea obliqua, Matelea linearipetala, Matelea liesneri, Matelea holstii, Matelea johnstonii, Matelea kirkbridei, Matelea neblinae, Matelea matogrossensis, Matelea micrantha, Matelea serpens, Matelea suareziae, Matelea stergiosii, Matelea squiresii, Matelea planiflora, Matelea porphyrantha, Matelea pinguifolia, Matelea orthoneura, Matelea orthosioides, Matelea pedalis, Matelea rogersii, Matelea romeroi,

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,