Merremia tonkinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tonkinensis
ID:
1262326
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gagnep.) T.N.Nguyen
Source:
tro
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Consp. Sosud. Rast. Fl. V'etnama 1: 183 (1990):.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261664
Common Names
- Tonkin Merremia
- Merremia tonkinensis
- Tonkin Merrem
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Merremia tonkinensis (also called Tonkin's Merremia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is a vine, up to 6 m tall, native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Indonesia. It is found in evergreen forests, at altitudes of up to 2000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Merremia tonkinensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a hedge plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Merremia tonkinensis has small, white flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Merremia tonkinensis is an evergreen shrub that is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn. Cuttings can also be taken in summer.
Where to Find Merremia tonkinensis
Merremia tonkinensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in open areas, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.
Merremia tonkinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Merremia tonkinensis?
Merremia tonkinensis
What is the common name of Merremia tonkinensis?
Merremia tonkinensis
Where is Merremia tonkinensis found?
South America
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-50199514: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Thi Nhan Nguyen (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.N.Nguyen' in the authors string.