Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
caloxantha
ID:
1220636

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) Staples & R.C.Fang

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Novon 5: 109 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001219974



Common Names

  • Merremia Caloxantha
  • Caloxantha Merremia
  • Caloxantha Merremia Vine


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Description

Merremia caloxantha (also called 'Calyx-Flowered Merremia', among many other common names) is a woody, perennial vine with large, heart-shaped leaves and yellow-orange flowers. It is native to South and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, typically in elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Merremia caloxantha is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Merremia caloxantha has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Merremia caloxantha is a vine that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained rooting medium. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Merremia caloxantha

Merremia caloxantha is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hainan, Hunan, Jiangxi, and Sichuan.

Merremia caloxantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Merremia caloxantha?

Merremia caloxantha

What is the common name of Merremia caloxantha?

Caloxantha Merremia

What is the natural habitat of Merremia caloxantha?

It is native to tropical Asia

Species in the Merremia genus

Merremia poranoides, Merremia calycina, Merremia candei, Merremia warderensis, Merremia aniseiifolia, Merremia calyculata, Merremia crassinervia, Merremia dichotoma, Merremia ellenbeckii, Merremia gallabatensis, Merremia gregorii, Merremia hornbyi, Merremia incisa, Merremia porrecta, Merremia setisepala, Merremia spongiosa, Merremia steenisii, Merremia truncata, Merremia xanthophylla, Merremia pavonii, Merremia obtusa, Merremia verdcourtiana, Merremia retusa, Merremia rajasthanensis, Merremia gracilis, Merremia caloxantha, Merremia wurdackii, Merremia platyphylla, Merremia eberhardtii, Merremia subsessilis, Merremia tonkinensis, Merremia clemensiana, Merremia dissecta, Merremia emarginata, Merremia hederacea, Merremia aegyptia, Merremia umbellata, Merremia malvifolia, Merremia palmata, Merremia pterygocaulos, Merremia verecunda, Merremia discoidesperma, Merremia gorinii, Merremia hemmingiana, Merremia gemella, Merremia hainanensis, Merremia sibirica, Merremia hirta, Merremia yunnanensis, Merremia cordata,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50002468: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
George William Staples (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Staples' in the authors string.
Rhui Cheng Fang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Fang' in the authors string.