Status:
valid
Authors:
(Oliv. & Hiern) H.Rob. & Skvarla
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Novon 21: 254 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332114
Common Names
- Ananthura Pteropoda
- Winged Petunia
- Winged Petunia Vine
Description
Ananthura pteropoda (also called Winged Ananthura, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is a climbing shrub with thick, succulent, and waxy leaves. It has clusters of small, star-shaped flowers with five petals and a waxy texture. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ananthura pteropoda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ananthura pteropoda has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ananthura pteropoda is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the most common method, as it is easy and reliable. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in moist soil. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm location until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Ananthura pteropoda
Ananthura pteropoda is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Puebla.
Ananthura pteropoda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ananthura pteropoda?
Ananthura pteropoda
What is the common name of Ananthura pteropoda?
Winged Ananthura
What is the natural habitat of Ananthura pteropoda?
It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny areas.
Species in the Ananthura genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,