Anredera tucumanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tucumanensis
ID:
823680
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lillo & Hauman) Sperling
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 79: 3 (1995 publ. 1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000823014
Common Names
- Anredera Tucumanensis
- Tucumanensis Anredera
- Tucumanensis Madeira Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anredera tucumanensis (also called Tucuman 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 tucumanensis 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
The flower of Anredera tucumanensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a small, white root system.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anredera tucumanensis can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright light and moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Where to Find Anredera tucumanensis
Anredera tucumanensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Argentina, Paraguay, and Brazil.
Anredera tucumanensis FAQ
What is the common name of Anredera tucumanensis?
Tucuman Madeira-Vine
What is the scientific name of Anredera tucumanensis?
Anredera tucumanensis
What is the family of Anredera tucumanensis?
Basellaceae
Species in the Anredera genus
Species in the Basellaceae family
Anredera aspera, Anredera baselloides, Anredera brachystachys, Anredera cordifolia, Anredera densiflora, Anredera diffusa, Anredera floribunda, Anredera krapovickasii, Anredera marginata, Anredera ramosa, Anredera tucumanensis, Anredera vesicaria, Basella alba, Basella excavata, Basella leandriana, Basella madagascariensis, Basella paniculata, Tournonia hookeriana, Ullucus tuberosus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-360650: Based on the initial data import
Lucien Leon Hauman (1880-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hauman' in the authors string.
Miguel Lillo (1862-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lillo' in the authors string.
Calvin Ross Sperling (1957-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sperling' in the authors string.