Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
pteripes
ID:
1297973

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Don) O'Donell

Source:
tro

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Lilloa 23: 435 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297311



Common Names

  • Operculina pteripes
  • Climbing False Buttonweed
  • Hairy Buttonweed


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Description

Operculina pteripes (also called winged operculina, among many other common names) is a perennial climber native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has heart-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides, fields, and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Operculina pteripes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Operculina pteripes has white or yellow flowers with a funnel-shaped corolla. The seeds are brown and kidney-shaped. The seedlings are hairy and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Operculina pteripes can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Operculina pteripes

Operculina pteripes is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Operculina pteripes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Operculina pteripes?

Operculina pteripes

What are the common names of Operculina pteripes?

Winged Operculina, Winged Morning-glory

What is the native range of Operculina pteripes?

Central and South America

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-8500800: Based on the initial data import
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
Carlos Alberto O’Donell (1912-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O'Donell' in the authors string.