Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
scutellata
ID:
560188

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) B.Gates

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 30: 158. 1982

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559520



Common Names

  • Banisteriopsis scutellata
  • Ayahuasca Vine
  • Scutellata Ayahuasca


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Synonyms

  • Banisteria scutellata Griseb. [unknown]
  • Banisteria scutellata obtusa Nied. [unknown]

Description

Banisteriopsis scutellata (also called Scutellata Banisteriopsis, among many other common names) is a woody vine found in Central and South America. It has large, leathery leaves and small, white flowers with long, thin petals. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, and it is found in humid forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Banisteriopsis scutellata is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat skin ailments and its flowers being used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Banisteriopsis scutellata is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Banisteriopsis scutellata is a fast-growing, perennial vine that is native to the Amazon rainforest. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or seed. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Banisteriopsis scutellata prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Banisteriopsis scutellata

Banisteriopsis scutellata is a species of liana native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates and is often found in moist, lowland areas.

Banisteriopsis scutellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Banisteriopsis scutellata?

Banisteriopsis scutellata

What is the common name of Banisteriopsis scutellata?

Scutellata Banisteriopsis

What is the natural habitat of Banisteriopsis scutellata?

Tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Banisteriopsis genus

Banisteriopsis macedae, Banisteriopsis acerosa, Banisteriopsis adenopoda, Banisteriopsis alternifolia, Banisteriopsis andersonii, Banisteriopsis angustifolia, Banisteriopsis anisandra, Banisteriopsis arborea, Banisteriopsis argyrophylla, Banisteriopsis basifixa, Banisteriopsis byssacea, Banisteriopsis caapi, Banisteriopsis calcicola, Banisteriopsis campestris, Banisteriopsis carolina, Banisteriopsis cipoensis, Banisteriopsis confusa, Banisteriopsis elegans, Banisteriopsis gardneriana, Banisteriopsis goiana, Banisteriopsis grandifolia, Banisteriopsis harleyi, Banisteriopsis hatschbachii, Banisteriopsis hirsuta, Banisteriopsis irwinii, Banisteriopsis laevifolia, Banisteriopsis latifolia, Banisteriopsis lyrata, Banisteriopsis magdalenensis, Banisteriopsis maguirei, Banisteriopsis malifolia, Banisteriopsis martiniana, Banisteriopsis megaphylla, Banisteriopsis membranifolia, Banisteriopsis multifoliolata, Banisteriopsis muricata, Banisteriopsis nummifera, Banisteriopsis oxyclada, Banisteriopsis padifolia, Banisteriopsis paraguariensis, Banisteriopsis parviflora, Banisteriopsis parviglandula, Banisteriopsis pauciflora, Banisteriopsis polygama, Banisteriopsis prancei, Banisteriopsis pseudojanusia, Banisteriopsis pubescens, Banisteriopsis pulcherrima, Banisteriopsis pulchra, Banisteriopsis quadriglandula,

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2668971: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Bronwen Gates (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Gates' in the authors string.