Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
variabilis
ID:
560195

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Gates

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 30: 83 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559527



Common Names

  • Banisteriopsis variabilis
  • Ayahuasca Vine
  • Variabilis Ayahuasca


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Synonyms

  • Banisteria latifolia paraguariensis Nied. [unknown]

Description

Banisteriopsis variabilis (also called Variabilis 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 variabilis 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 variabilis 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 variabilis is a fast-growing vine that can be propagated by stem cuttings. It prefers warm, humid climates and is best grown in a well-draining soil mix. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and needs regular watering. Pruning is necessary to keep the vine in check and to promote new growth.

Where to Find Banisteriopsis variabilis

Banisteriopsis variabilis 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 variabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Banisteriopsis variabilis?

Banisteriopsis variabilis

What is the common name of Banisteriopsis variabilis?

Variabilis Banisteriopsis

What is the natural habitat of Banisteriopsis variabilis?

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-2668978: Based on the initial data import
Bronwen Gates (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Gates' in the authors string.