Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
graeca
ID:
392749

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 211 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392081



Common Names

  • Graeca Periploca
  • Graeca Periploca
  • Graeca Periploca


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Synonyms

  • Periploca maculata Moench [unknown]
  • Periploca laeta Salisb. [unknown]
  • Asclepias dioscoridis Fraas [unknown]

Description

Periploca graeca (also called Silk Vine, among many other common names) is a deciduous climber with grey-green leaves and clusters of small white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Periploca graeca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Periploca graeca is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Periploca graeca is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is propagated by division in spring or autumn. The roots should be divided into sections with at least one bud per section. The divisions should be planted in a sunny location in well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Periploca graeca

Periploca graeca can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, Cyprus, and the Middle East.

Periploca graeca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Periploca graeca?

Periploca graeca

What is the common name of Periploca graeca?

Grapevine

What is the natural habitat of Periploca graeca?

Dry, rocky slopes and scrubland

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