Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
obtusa
ID:
158336

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Balf.f.) Staples

Source:
ipni

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 71: 253 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157665



Common Names

  • Metaporana
  • Obtusa Vine
  • Obtusa Creeper


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Synonyms

  • Porana obtusa Balf.f. [unknown]

Description

Metaporana obtusa (also called Obtuse Metaporana, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It has long, thin leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical habitats, such as forests and gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Metaporana obtusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Metaporana obtusa is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Metaporana obtusa is a perennial climber that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Metaporana obtusa

Metaporana obtusa is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the wild in parts of Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Gabon, and Zaire.

Metaporana obtusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Metaporana obtusa?

Metaporana obtusa

What is the common name of Metaporana obtusa?

Blunt Metaporana

What type of plant is Metaporana obtusa?

Climbing Vine

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

Isaac Bayley Balfour (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balf.f.' in the authors string.
George William Staples (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Staples' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:947761-1: Based on the initial data import