Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
scandens
ID:
1297803

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aubl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane 1: 230 (1775)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297141



Common Names

  • Maripa scandens
  • Scandens Vine
  • Tree Vines


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Description

Maripa scandens (also called Climbing Maripa, among many other common names) is a perennial climbing vine native to South America. It has heart-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in disturbed areas, open woodlands, and tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Maripa scandens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maripa scandens has white to pinkish flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maripa scandens is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Maripa scandens

Maripa scandens is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

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