Apocynaceae

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Metastelma

Description Metastelma is a genus of plants that belongs to the Apocynaceae family. It consists of around 50 species that are native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. These plants are known for their attractive flowers and unique growth habits. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Gentianales Family Apocynaceae Genus Metastelma Appearance Metastelma…
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Vincetoxicum Paniculatum

Description Vincetoxicum Paniculatum, also known as white swallow-wort or loveroot, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the family Apocynaceae. It is native to North America and can grow up to 1.5 meters in height. The plant has a slender stem covered with fine hairs and produces clusters of small flowers that are white or cream in color. The flowers…
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Cynanchum Obtusifolium

Description Cynanchum Obtusifolium, commonly known as blunt-leaved swallow-wort, is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. Native to North America, it is a herbaceous perennial that can grow up to six feet tall. The plant produces clusters of small, white flowers with a distinct odor that attracts bees and butterflies. The seeds are contained in pods that resemble…
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Gomphocarpus Cancellatus

Description Gomphocarpus Cancellatus, also known as the common swallow-wort, is a plant species that belongs to the family of Apocynaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. The plant can grow up to 1.5 meters tall and has a weedy habit. It produces clusters of small white flowers that bloom from early summer to…
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Funastrum

Description Funastrum is a genus of plants belonging to the Apocynaceae family. It is commonly known as twinevine, vine milkweed, or climbing milkweed. This plant is native to North America and can be found in different habitats, including grasslands, deserts, and forests. Funastrum produces clusters of small, white or pink flowers that are followed by long, narrow seed pods. Taxonomic…
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Drymosiphon

Drymosiphon is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apocynaceae. It comprises only one species, Drymosiphon longifolius, which is native to Madagascar. The plant is commonly known as the “Madagascar rubber vine” or “long-leaf rubber vine.” It is a perennial climber that can grow up to 30 meters in length. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class…
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Erycibe

Description Erycibe is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Apocynaceae. It contains around 100 species of shrubs, trees, and lianas, mostly found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Africa. The genus Erycibe is known for its beautiful flowers, which are often fragrant and colorful. The flowers are followed by fruits that are either fleshy…
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Arthrostemma

Description Arthrostemma is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apocynaceae. The genus includes about 20 species of evergreen shrubs or small trees that are native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. The plants have opposite leaves and produce clusters of fragrant flowers that are usually pink or white in color. The flowers are followed by fruits…
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Araujia

Araujia is a genus of plants that belongs to the family Apocynaceae. These plants are native to South America, but they can be found in other parts of the world as well. Araujia plants are known for their beautiful fragrant flowers, which are a favorite of many gardeners. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Gentianales…
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Apocynaceae

Description Apocynaceae is a family of flowering plants commonly known as the dogbane family. It is a large family, consisting of over 5,000 species and 400 genera of trees, shrubs, vines, and herbs. The family is distributed worldwide, but is most diverse in tropical and subtropical regions. Many species in this family are economically important, used for medicinal purposes, or…
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