Anechites nerium
Natal Plum
Also known as: Anechites asperuginis (Sw.) Griseb. +6 more
- Anechites asperuginis (Sw.) Griseb.
- Anechites lappulaceus (Lam.) Miers
- Anechites lappulaceus var. asperuginis (Sw.) A.DC.
- Apocynum nerium Aubl.
- Echites asperuginis Sw.
- Echites lappulaceus Lam.
- Echites lappulaceus var. asperuginis (Sw.) A.DC.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Apocynaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a climber.
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Naturally occurring in South America, Anechites nerium (commonly known as Natal plum) is a climbing plant belonging to the Apocynaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Climber / Vine
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean, Central America, Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, Venezuela