It produces clusters of pink heart to bell shaped flowers that appear all the way through summer and into autumn. Tallahassee vine, honolulu creeper, confederate vine, mexican coral vine, mexican creeper, chain of love, queens jewels, desert bleeding heart, and queens wreath. Racemes of soft pink flowers on a self clinging vine which can become invasive in tropical climates. A reply from the federated states of micronesia, suggested garlon 4 triclopyr. Polygonaceae mexican coral vine, coral creeper, honolulu creeper, corallita, chinese love vine origin. View picture of antigonon species, coral vine, coralita, bee bush, queens wreath vine, san miguelito vine antigonon leptopus at daves garden. Building design and orientation, together with landscape, combine to. Like many of our popular heirloom plants, it has at least several common names, such. Coral vines has leaves that are cordate heart shaped, sometimes triangular. This plant may be known by one or more common names in different places, and some are listed above.
Antigonon leptopus distictis buccinatoria keckiella cordifolia lonicera japonica halliana subspicata solanum jasminoides san miguel coral vine bloodred trumpet vine heartleaved penstemon halls honeysuckle chaparral honeysuckle potato vine ci cid ci all zones ci cid perennials coreopsis gigantean grandiflora maritime. An integral vine for southern gardens, this vine thrives on hot walls, and is highly drought tolerant, once established. Pestnet summaries of messages pests pests entities. Antithrombin activity of medicinal plants from central florida. In frostfree areas it is evergreen, but it freezes to. This invasive plant is also listed as a priority environmental weed in at least one natural resource management region in northern australia. It is listed as a category ii invasive exotic by the floridas exotic pest plant council. Antigonon leptopus thumbnail pictures cuyamaca college.
In the kimberley region of northern western australia, coral vine antigonon leptopus often grows beside permanently wet inlets and in disturbed. Antigonon leptopus is a smothering, habitattransforming vine with showy pink flowers. Originating in mexico, it is now widespread or invasive on tropical islands around the world, including the west indies, as a consequence of active human dispersal. Moderate to fast why we love it queens wreath is a fastgrowing, selfclimbing. Corallita antigonon leptopus is a member of polygonaceae, has grown successfully. Coarse vine from mexico with showy pink clusters of flowers. Plant details information about antigonon leptopus plant. Efforts to manage coralita by chemical or manual removal are futile if not. The foliage is attractive and sufficiently dense to provide summer shade on trellises and arbors. Underground tubers produced by coral vine will resprout if the plant is cut back or damaged by frost. My own plant grown from seed last year and now in a hanging basket started flowering late august but flowering.
Updated for itis by the flora of north america expertise network, in connection with an update for usda plants 20072010 reference for. Therefore beware of its use close to living areas and swimming pools. Antigonon leptopus is a rapidly growing vine that can grow to 25 feet in length. Pia west invasive species fact sheet antigonon leptopus page 2 b antigonon vines climbing on existing vegetation c closeup of antigonon flower a antigonon vine in flower showing.
These are established invasive species which must be controlled and wherever possible, removed and destroyed. As an invasive vine, it is included in the global compendium of weeds randall, 2012 and classified as one of the most aggressive weeds occurring in tropical and. Stunning pink sprays of flowers appear in spring and last until the first frost. A taxonomic backbone for the global synthesis of species diversity in. This species is native to mexico and is often grown as a landscape plant in the southeast and gulf regions of the united states. Pacific islands area west helping people help the land usda nrcs is an equal opportunity provider and employer wntsc 042008 coral vine antigonon leptopus. A climbing herb with tuberous roots, climbing by means of axillary stem tendrils which are also flower peduncle modified into tendrils at the apex.
This rapidly growing, tender vine is perfect for use in hot,sunny areas where its light green, heartshaped, fourinch leaves and beautiful, drooping clusters of bright pink blooms offer a welcome relief fig. Antigonon leptopus is a fast growing vine with slender tendrils that help it climb. Publisher macmillan press year 1992 isbn 0333474945 description excellent and very comprehensive, though it contains a number of silly mistakes. Love chain antigonon leptopus brilliant clusters of bright pink blooms arrive onandoff throughout the year with the heaviest flowering coming in the fall and winter in our northern greenhouses. A question from christmas island, australia, on how to kill antigonon leptopus, chain of love, with a herbicide. Your use of this pdf, the bioone web site, and all posted and associated content indicates. Burke and antonio ditommaso corallita antigonon leptopus is a perennial vine, lauded as an ornamental for its vigorous growth, and plentiful usually pink flowers, and even its ability to smother unsightly landscapes.
It is a tuberousrooted, tendrilclimbing tropical vine that rapidly grows to 40 in its native habitat. Louis area, it more typically grows to 810 in a single season. Queens wreath vine antigonon leptopus, sometimes called coral vine, rapidly grows up walls and supports, easily reaching 30 to 40 feet in length in the right. Growing within the spectacular sprays are tiny groups of drooping chinesepink lanterns like a necklace of fine jewels. Data source and references for antigonon leptopus coral vine from the usda plants database. Antigonon is from greek and means opposite angle, think elbow, a reference to the blossom arrangement. If you prefer the greek the pronunciation would be leptohpuss as in cat. Simple, large, alternate, stipulate, ovate, cordate, entire and acute or acuminate, hairy. Data source and references for antigonon leptopus coral vine. Antigonon leptopus environmental horticulture university of florida. Antigonon leptopus is a smothering vine that invades disturbed areas and forest edges, quickly covering nearby plants and structures. Corallita antigonon leptopus is a perennial vine, lauded as an ornamental for its vigorous growth, and. Antigonon leptopus alba, a cultivar with white flowers bribie island in southeastern queensland.
Coral vine in hot, dry climates and arizona and california. Micropropagation protocol for antigonon leptopus an. Pdf a socialecological perspective on ecosystem vulnerability for. Corallita antigonon leptopus is a member of polygonaceae, has grown successfully worldwide in tropical climates as a perennial ornamental plant for its strong growth and abundant pink flowers or as a source of nectar to produce honey. It is a vigorous perennial climber, known for its dense green foliage and small delicate lantern shaped flower in long trailing lovely sprays. Antigonon leptopus, mexican coral vine, coral creeper.
The plant looses its leaves during dry and cold period. Raju nj, rao bg 2011 anthelmintic activities of antigonon leptopus hook and mussaenda erythrophylla lam. Antigonon leptopus queens wreath artemisia powis castle powis castle artemisia bougainvillea rosenka. It has cordate heartshaped, sometimes triangular leaves 2.
The tea as a dried extract inhibited lpo, cox1 and cox2 enzymes by 78%, 38% and 89%. Leptopus is a greeklatin mess that comes from the greek word leptos meaning thin or delicate. The website also provides access to a database and images of herbarium specimens found at the university of south florida and other herbaria. Native to baja california and western mexico, it is commonly found in arroyos and canyons. The institute of food and agricultural sciences ifas is an equal opportunity institution authorized to provide research, educational information and other services only to individuals and institutions that function with nondiscrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations. About europe pmc funders joining europe pmc governance roadmap outreach. It does best in full sun, especially if winter blooms are desired. Project materials include tumbled travertine, handcarved cantera stone pots, fountains, house trim, and.
Antigonon leptopus is known by numerous common names, everywhere it grows. Join our friendly community that shares tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants. Antigonon leptopus antigohnon leptohpuss coral vine. Polygonaceae of north america update, database version 2011 acquired. Antigonon leptopus or coral vine is an invasive species that has increased in abundance in recent years in south and central florida. Flowers in axillary racemes feature pink to white sepals. Gardening in tucson, phoenix, arizona and california.
Queen wreath vine antigonon leptopus is a colorful asset to my garden. Antigonon species, coral vine, coralita, bee bush, queens. It is also used as a nectar source for honey production burke and ditommaso, 2011. Antigonon leptopus is a beautiful tropical climber easily raised from seed, often used in warmer climates planted in hanging baskets. Pdf the caribbean islands are a hotspot for biodiversity, harboring 2. Antigonon leptopus is a \robust vine growing to 10m long or more. Antigonon leptopus, commonly called coral vine, native to mexico. Often used on pergolas, trellises, arbours, south or west facing walls or on fences. Tetrapanax papyriferus, lagerstroemia indica, callistemon lanceolatus, antigonon leptopus, magnolia virginiana, and myrica cerifera demonstrated activity of 80% or higher in this bioassay system. Related plants album baja red nursery availability.
Jan 03, 20 media in category antigonon leptopus the following 167 files are in this category, out of 167 total. Review on coralita invasion antigonon leptopus on islands yielded 46 papers. In particular cases, this species may be considered for use under specific management practices that have been approved by the ifas invasive plant working group. Developmental conditions for terminal flower production in apioid umbellets. Pacific islands area west coral vine antigonon leptopus. A beautiful climbing perennial with sprays of lacy pink flowers all summer and fall. Full part sun or at least 56 hours of afternoon sun. This native of mexico is widely cultivated in texas and the gulf south for its striking, lacy pink, dark rose pink or white flowers. Antigonon leptopus is a fastgrowing climbing vine that holds on via tendrils, and is able to reach 25 ft or more in length. Antigonon leptopus, commonly known as mexican creeper, coral vine, bee bush or san miguelito vine, is a species of flowering plant in the buckwheat family, polygonaceae. The vines are thin stemmed and dense and will fill a trellis or stake with ease. The flowers are pink to white and are borne in panicles, clustered along the rachis. Medicinal uses, phytochemistry and pharmacological. Predicted to be invasive and not recommended by ifas.
Antigonon leptopus archives ramblings from a desert garden. Lacy sprays of bright pink flowers with deeper pink centers adorn this rapid climber. Its evergreen in mild climates but gets killed back in areas with frosts to regrow in spring. Coral vine is a first class bee plant and can be found supporting a huge population of insects whenever it is in bloom. Antigonon leptopus baja red queens wreath queens wreath is an herbaceous vine that grows rapidly to about 20 feet. Tallahassee vine, honolulu creeper, confederate vine, mexican coral vine, mexican creeper, chain of love, queens jewels, desert.
Assessing the impact of antigonon leptopus on saba and st. Antigonon species antigonon leptopus name synonyms antigonon amabie k. Texas agrilife extension service dark rose form of coral vine. Manual removal of the plant will slow the growth and may weaken and potentially. Healthbeneficial phenolic aldehyde in antigonon leptopus tea. In tropical areas, it can be considered invasive, but here in the desert, it is easily managed. Antigonon leptopus or mexican creeper is a fast growing climber with rough mid green oval leave. Micropropagation protocol for antigonon leptopus an important. Archontophoenix cunninghamiana, antigonon leptopus gisdsp gisdsp, simplify true. The atlas of florida plants provides a source of information for the distribution of plants within the state and taxonomic information. Antigonon leptopus wahat al sahraa we deliver quality.
A great addition to any wall or trellis, it can easily spread to 20 feet wide and, with good support, twice as high. Antigonon leptopus, commonly known as coral vine, coralita, bee bush in many caribbean islands or san miguelito vine, is a species of flowering plant in the buckwheat family, polygonaceae. Many tubers at the end of inflorescence axes of the plant are used for climbing and plant base can be wooden with age. Desert lifestyle the private gardens of paradise valley.
Antigonon leptopus weed ecology cornell university. Intentional introduction of a plant with documented invasive capability janelle m. Queens wreath, also known as coral vine, is a beautiful, sunloving vine that can also take a little shade. The flowers are borne in panicles, clustered along the rachis. For vigorous growth without much work on your part, its hard to beat coral vine antigonon leptopus. Coral vine antigonon leptopus is also becoming more common along waterways in suburban brisbane. Stems angular, roots tuberous, leaves ovate to triangular with wavy margins, veins prominent on upper surface.
Antigonon leptopus ufifas assessment university of. Coral vine antigonon leptopus is regarded as an environmental weed in the northern territory, queensland, western australia and on christmas island. This plant may be known by one or more common names in. This natural beauty is a vine that is native to mexico and central america. Antigonon leptopus ufifas center for aquatic and invasive. The institute of food and agricultural sciences is an equal opportunityaffirmative action employer authorized to provide research, educational. Leptopus is an integral part of many southern gardens. Micropropagation protocol for antigonon leptopus an important ornamental and medicinal plant. Tea prepared from the aerial parts of antigonon leptopus is used as a remedy for cold and pain relief in many countries. The coral flowering vine antigonon leptopus is a very fast growing vine with heart shaped leaves, and in september it bursts forth with extended rosepink sprays of leafless flower clusters. Producing pink or white flowers from spring to autumn, it forms underground tubers and large rootstocks.
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