Status:
valid
Authors:
(Standl.) Standl. & Steyerm.
Source:
tro
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser. 23: 83. 1944
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297999
Common Names
- Silky Threadvine
- Silk Threadvine
- Silky Thread-Vine
Description
Itzaea sericea (also called 'Silky Itzaea', among many other common names) is a perennial, twining vine with heart-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions, and is found in forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Itzaea sericea is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and lawns, as it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. It is also used as a ground cover in hanging baskets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Itzaea sericea has small, white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Itzaea sericea is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. Take cuttings from the tips of stems in the spring and root them in a moist potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Itzaea sericea
Itzaea sericea is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.
Itzaea sericea FAQ
What is the common name of Itzaea sericea?
Silky itzaea
What is the scientific name of Silky itzaea?
Itzaea sericea
What is the natural habitat of Itzaea sericea?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas
Species in the Itzaea 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,