Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albiflora
ID:
1054029

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Cowan

Source:
tro

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.10(1): 150 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001053367



Common Names

  • Dioclea albiflora
  • White-Flowered Dioclea
  • White-Flowered Dioclea Vine


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Description

Dioclea albiflora (also called white-flowered Dioclea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has white flowers and a woody stem. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Dioclea albiflora is used as a source of food, fuel, and fiber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dioclea albiflora has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioclea albiflora can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Propagation from seed is preferred, as it is a slow-growing species. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Cuttings can be taken from mature plants and should be allowed to root in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Dioclea albiflora

Dioclea albiflora is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Species in the Dioclea genus

Species in the Fabaceae family