Dolichandra cynanchoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cynanchoides
ID:
782911
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cham.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 7: 658 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782244
Common Names
- Dolichandra Cynanchoides
- Cynanchoides Dolichandra
- Cynanchoides Climbing-shrub
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dolichandra cynanchoides (also called Cynanchoides Dolichandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bignoniaceae family. It is native to South America, from Venezuela east to Brazil. It grows in tropical rainforest habitats, often in the understory.
Uses & Benefits
Dolichandra cynanchoides is used for medicinal purposes and as a source of fiber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dolichandra cynanchoides is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, flattened capsule. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Dolichandra cynanchoides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Dolichandra cynanchoides
Dolichandra cynanchoides can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.
Dolichandra cynanchoides FAQ
What is the common name of Dolichandra cynanchoides?
Cynanchoid trumpet
What is the natural habitat of Dolichandra cynanchoides?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
What is the size of Dolichandra cynanchoides?
It can grow up to 4 meters in height
Species in the Dolichandra genus
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:109532-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].