Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
asperrimum
ID:
634432

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Vollesen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 54: 172 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000633764

Common Names

  • Cynarospermum asperrimum
  • Asperrimum Cynarospermum
  • Asperrimum Cynarospermum

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Description

Cynarospermum asperrimum (also called 'Asperum Milkweed', 'Asperum Swallow-wort' and 'Asperum Vines', among many other common names) is a twining, evergreen, perennial herbaceous plant. It is native to North America and is found in woodlands, grasslands and disturbed areas. It has thin, wiry stems with small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cynarospermum asperrimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cynarospermum asperrimum is a white, five-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynarospermum asperrimum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Cynarospermum asperrimum

Cynarospermum asperrimum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Cynarospermum asperrimum FAQ

What are the common names of Cynarospermum asperrimum?

Common names of Cynarospermum asperrimum include rough-fruited milkweed and rough-fruited swallow-wort.

What is the native range of Cynarospermum asperrimum?

Cynarospermum asperrimum is native to tropical and subtropical Africa.

What is the growth habit of Cynarospermum asperrimum?

Cynarospermum asperrimum is an evergreen perennial with a sprawling habit.

Species in the Cynarospermum genus

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Kaj Børge Vollesen (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vollesen' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.