Astripomoea procera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
procera
ID:
1286327
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thulin
Source:
tro
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 23: 631 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285665
Common Names
- Astripomoea
- Procera
- Astripomoea Procera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astripomoea procera (also called Tall Astripomoea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a thick, branched stem and large, glossy, heart-shaped leaves. It grows in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Astripomoea procera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Astripomoea procera are yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and thick with multiple stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astripomoea procera is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist soil and partial shade. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy loam. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Astripomoea procera
Astripomoea procera is native to the tropical forests of Central America.
Astripomoea procera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astripomoea procera?
Astripomoea procera
What type of plant is Astripomoea procera?
It is a type of shrub.
Where is Astripomoea procera found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Species in the Astripomoea genus
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,
References
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77071705-1: Based on the initial data import