Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
mathewsii
ID:
541459

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker) 3: 274 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540791

Common Names

  • Mathews' Apodanthera
  • Mathewsii Apodanthera
  • Mathews' Leafless Apodanthera

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Synonyms

  • Apodanthera latipetala Mart.Crov. [unknown]
  • Apodanthera mucronata Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Apodanthera mathewsii (also called 'Mathews' Apodanthera', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with thick, fleshy stems and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Apodanthera mathewsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful white flower and is known to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Apodanthera mathewsii has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apodanthera mathewsii is a perennial shrub native to Brazil. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in partial shade until established.

Where to Find Apodanthera mathewsii

Apodanthera mathewsii can be found in India.

Apodanthera mathewsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apodanthera mathewsii?

Apodanthera mathewsii

What is the common name of Apodanthera mathewsii?

Mathews' Apodanthera

What is the natural habitat of Apodanthera mathewsii?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,