Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
discoidesperma
ID:
1298665

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Donn.Sm.) O'Donell

Source:
tro

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Lilloa 6: 495 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298003



Common Names

  • Climbing Hempweed
  • Climbing Hemp-Weed
  • Climbing Hemp Weed


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Description

Merremia discoidesperma (also called 'Disc-Seeded Merremia', 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

Merremia discoidesperma 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

The flower of Merremia discoidesperma is a white or yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Merremia discoidesperma is a fast-growing annual vine that can be propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in a sunny location in well-drained soil and keep the soil moist until germination. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Merremia discoidesperma

Merremia discoidesperma is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Merremia discoidesperma FAQ

What is the common name of Merremia discoidesperma?

Disc-seeded merremia

What is the scientific name of Disc-seeded merremia?

Merremia discoidesperma

What is the natural habitat of Merremia discoidesperma?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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-8501616: Based on the initial data import
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.
Carlos Alberto O’Donell (1912-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O'Donell' in the authors string.