Vines︳Eucalyptus vine
Plant Profile
Chinese name:
Scientific name: Cryptostegia grandiflora
Family: Asclepiadaceae
Genus name: Wisteria
The eucalyptus vine is named after its leaves which resemble those of eucalyptus trees.
Morphological characteristics
Woody vine, leaves are leathery, opposite, flowers are purple-red, large and beautiful, several flowers are arranged in terminal cymes, corolla is funnel-shaped, with 5 lobes, scales of the corona are cone-pointed, entire or 2-lobed.
Eucalyptus vine flower
Eucalyptus vine leaves
Distribution
Eucalyptus vine is native to southwestern Madagascar and is now widely distributed in warm countries such as Egypt, and has been introduced for cultivation in other tropical regions.
Main Value
The latex secreted by eucalyptus vine plants can be used to extract rubber. At the same time, eucalyptus vines have the function of preventing wind and stabilizing sand, and can change the sandy environment to facilitate the growth of other plants.
This early summer, it is graceful and elegant, covered with purple-red light and shadow. Several flowers are arranged in terminal cymes, and the corolla is funnel-shaped. The whole flower is romantic purple-red, appearing fresh and charming. The small purple flowers are dotted among the green leaves, which are particularly refreshing and pleasant. From a distance, it looks like a large green carpet that has been painted with bright lavender by the painter.
