Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
atrosanguineum
ID:
464785

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Zucc.) Rothm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 52: 25 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464117



Common Names

  • Rhodochiton atrosanguineum
  • Rhodochiton
  • Atrosanguineum


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Description

Rhodochiton atrosanguineum (also called Purple Bell Vine, among many other common names) is a perennial climber in the family Plantaginaceae. It has purple bell-shaped flowers and is native to Mexico. It is found in moist habitats such as stream banks and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodochiton atrosanguineum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, bell-shaped flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodochiton atrosanguineum has pinkish-purple, bell-shaped flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodochiton atrosanguineum is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Rhodochiton atrosanguineum

Rhodochiton atrosanguineum is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil.

Rhodochiton atrosanguineum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodochiton atrosanguineum?

Rhodochiton atrosanguineum

What type of plant is Rhodochiton atrosanguineum?

A vine

Where is Rhodochiton atrosanguineum found?

It is found in Mexico and Central America

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.
Werner Rothmaler (1908-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rothm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:219432-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].