Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
shirensis
ID:
1299954

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Lejoly & Lisowski

Source:
tro

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 56: 197 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299292



Common Names

  • Paralepistemon shirensis
  • Shirensis Morning Glory
  • Shirensis Convolvulus


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Description

Paralepistemon shirensis (also called Shire's Paralepistemon, among many other common names) is a twining vine with heart-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is native to Africa and typically grows in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Paralepistemon shirensis is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Paralepistemon shirensis are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Where to Find Paralepistemon shirensis

Paralepistemon shirensis is endemic to the Shire River in Malawi.

Paralepistemon shirensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paralepistemon shirensis?

Paralepistemon shirensis

What is the common name of Paralepistemon shirensis?

Shire Paralepistemon

What type of plant is Paralepistemon shirensis?

Vine

Species in the Paralepistemon genus

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-8503250: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Stanisław Lisowski (1924-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lisowski' in the authors string.
Jean Lejoly (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lejoly' in the authors string.