Liana de cuello (Amphilophium paniculatum, Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. (quarto ed.) 3: 148 1819)

Family: Bignoniaceae

Author: Kunth

Bibliography: Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. (quarto ed.) 3: 148 1819

Year: 1819

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Amphilophium

Vegetable: False

Observations: Mexico to Trop. America

Description

The Liana de cuello, scientifically known as Amphilophium paniculatum, is a compelling species within the Bignoniaceae family. This plant was first classified and described by the renowned botanist Karl Sigismund Kunth in 1819, specifically documented in his work “Nova Genera et Species Plantarum,” volume 3, page 148.

Amphilophium paniculatum is native to a broad geographical range extending from Mexico through to Tropical America. This vining plant is renowned for its vigorous growth and climbing habit, which allows it to thrive in various tropical environments.

Belonging to the Bignoniaceae family, the Liana de cuello shares familial characteristics such as woody vines and beautifully ornate flowers. Its presence in the flora of these regions contributes to the biodiversity and complexity of tropical ecosystems, often seen climbing trees and structures, adding an element of lush greenery and unique floral displays.

With its extensive distribution and robust adaptability, Amphilophium paniculatum plays a vital role in its native habitats, offering both ecological benefits and aesthetic value. Whether observed in the dense jungles of Mexico or the rich, biodiverse landscapes of Tropical America, the Liana de cuello stands as a testament to the intricate web of life within these regions.

Common Names

Eng: liana de cuello
En: Liana de cuello
Es: Bejuco de Fierro, Cucharilla

Synonyms

• Amphilophium purpureum (Brandegee)
• Amphilophium molle (Schltdl. & Cham.)
• Amphilophium mutisii (Kunth)
• Arrabidaea paniculata ((L.) Seem.)
• Amphilophium glanduliferum (Mart. ex DC.)
• Amphilophium paniculatum var. imatacense (A.H.Gentry)
• Amphilophium macrophyllum (Kunth)
• Amphilophium xerophilum (Pittier)
• Amphilophium mollicomum (Pittier)
• Endoloma purpurea (Raf.)
• Amphilophium paniculatum var. molle ((Cham. & Schltdl.) Standl.)
• Amphilophium paniculatum var. mollicomum ((Pittier) A.H.Gentry)
• Bignonia paniculata (L.)
• Amphilophium vauthieri (DC.)

Distribution

• Argentina Northeast (native)
• Argentina Northwest (native)
• Belize (native)
• Bolivia (native)
• Brazil North (native)
• Brazil Northeast (native)
• Brazil South (native)
• Brazil Southeast (native)
• Brazil West-Central (native)
• Colombia (native)
• Costa Rica (native)
• Ecuador (native)
• El Salvador (native)
• French Guiana (native)
• Guatemala (native)
• Guyana (native)
• Honduras (native)
• Leeward Is. (native)
• Mexico Gulf (native)
• Mexico Northeast (native)
• Mexico Northwest (native)
• Mexico Southeast (native)
• Mexico Southwest (native)
• Nicaragua (native)
• Panamá (native)
• Paraguay (native)
• Peru (native)
• Puerto Rico (native)
• Suriname (native)
• Trinidad-Tobago (native)
• Venezuela (native)
• Windward Is. (native)

Additional Images

Flower

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Taken Jan 17, 2021 by Horst Brandstädter (cc-by-sa)

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Leaf

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Taken Nov 25, 2016 by Nelson Zamora Villalobos (cc-by-nc)

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Taken Jan 17, 2021 by Horst Brandstädter (cc-by-sa)

Other

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Taken Apr 17, 2019 by OTS – J. González (cc-by-nc-sa)

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Taken Oct 13, 2006 by OTS – O. Vargas (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Oct 13, 2006 by OTS – O. Vargas (cc-by-nc-sa)

Habit

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Fruit

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Taken Apr 17, 2019 by OTS – J. González (cc-by-nc-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3172589)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:108202-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Amphilophium paniculatum (L.) Kunth)

Specifications

Growth habit>: Vine

Growth