Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
krapovickasii
ID:
823671

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Villa) Sperling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 79: 3 (1995 publ. 1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000823005



Common Names

  • Anredera Krapovickasii
  • Krapovickasii Anredera
  • Krapovickasii Madeira Vine


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Description

Anredera krapovickasii (also called Krapovickas' Anredera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anredera krapovickasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anredera krapovickasii has white flowers with yellow centers and dark purple fruits. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anredera krapovickasii is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Anredera krapovickasii

Anredera krapovickasii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Argentina, Paraguay, and Brazil.

Anredera krapovickasii FAQ

What is the common name of Anredera krapovickasii?

Krapovickas' Madeira-Vine

What is the scientific name of Anredera krapovickasii?

Anredera krapovickasii

What is the family of Anredera krapovickasii?

Basellaceae

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-360641: Based on the initial data import
Martín Villa Carenzo (1934-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Villa' in the authors string.
Calvin Ross Sperling (1957-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sperling' in the authors string.