Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
orientale
ID:
1248042

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
tro

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Webbia 13: 535 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247380



Common Names

  • Stigmaphyllon orientale
  • Oriental Stigmaphyllon
  • Orientale Stigmaphyllon


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Description

Stigmaphyllon orientale (also called Climbing Milkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is a woody vine that grows in tropical forests and is characterized by its thick, woody stems and large, oval leaves. The flowers are white or yellow and the fruits are small, round capsules.

Uses & Benefits

Stigmaphyllon orientale is a species of flowering shrub native to Central and South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stigmaphyllon orientale is a small, yellow, five-petalled spike. The seed is a small, black, round spore. The seedlings are small, green, and have five leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stigmaphyllon orientale is a tropical shrub that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Take cuttings in late spring or early summer and plant them in a moist, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and the container in a warm, sunny location. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer in a moist, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and the container in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Stigmaphyllon orientale

Stigmaphyllon orientale can be found in Central and South America.

Stigmaphyllon orientale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stigmaphyllon orientale?

Stigmaphyllon orientale

What is the common name of Stigmaphyllon orientale?

Oriental Stigmaphyllon

What is the natural habitat of Stigmaphyllon orientale?

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

Species in the Stigmaphyllon genus

Stigmaphyllon puberum, Stigmaphyllon paralias, Stigmaphyllon sagranum, Stigmaphyllon retusum, Stigmaphyllon lindenianum, Stigmaphyllon lalandianum, Stigmaphyllon jobertii, Stigmaphyllon macedoanum, Stigmaphyllon matogrossense, Stigmaphyllon tomentosum, Stigmaphyllon sinuatum, Stigmaphyllon singulare, Stigmaphyllon vitifolium, Stigmaphyllon adenodon, Stigmaphyllon gayanum, Stigmaphyllon ellipticum, Stigmaphyllon finlayanum, Stigmaphyllon hatschbachii, Stigmaphyllon hispidum, Stigmaphyllon glabrum, Stigmaphyllon auriculatum, Stigmaphyllon bradei, Stigmaphyllon bogotense, Stigmaphyllon blanchetii, Stigmaphyllon carautae, Stigmaphyllon bannisterioides, Stigmaphyllon dichotomum, Stigmaphyllon crenatum, Stigmaphyllon ciliatum, Stigmaphyllon cordatum, Stigmaphyllon lanceolatum, Stigmaphyllon solomonense, Stigmaphyllon angustifolium, Stigmaphyllon timoriense, Stigmaphyllon taomense, Stigmaphyllon sundaicum, Stigmaphyllon pullenii, Stigmaphyllon intermedium, Stigmaphyllon albidum, Stigmaphyllon australiense, Stigmaphyllon brassii, Stigmaphyllon dealbatum, Stigmaphyllon discolor, Stigmaphyllon gymnopodum, Stigmaphyllon abutilifolium, Stigmaphyllon mackeeanum, Stigmaphyllon mariae, Stigmaphyllon mcphersonii, Stigmaphyllon merrillii, Stigmaphyllon micranthum,

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,

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