Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
implexa
ID:
395503

Status:
valid

Authors:
Keighery

Source:
ksu

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 14: 388 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394835



Common Names

  • Implexa yam
  • Implexa wild yam
  • Wild yam


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Description

Psammomoya implexa (also called the implexa yam, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial vine that is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It is found in tropical forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psammomoya implexa is a plant native to tropical regions of South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psammomoya implexa has small, white flowers that are clustered in umbels. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psammomoya implexa is a fast-growing annual, native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment, and kept in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a warm, moist environment. Division should be done in spring or summer, and the divided plants should be potted up in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Psammomoya implexa

Psammomoya implexa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, usually in moist and shady places.

Psammomoya implexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psammomoya implexa?

Psammomoya implexa

What is the common name of Psammomoya implexa?

Implex Psammomoya

What is the natural habitat of Psammomoya implexa?

Tropical rainforests of India and Sri Lanka

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,