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madieravine
Scientific Name: Anredera
Family: Basellaceae
Category: Dicot
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Anredera cordifolia: The Madeira-vine
Anredera cordifolia, commonly known as the Madeira-vine or mignonette vine, is a succulent vine belonging to the family Basellaceae.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- The plant produces aerial tubers.
- It has rather fleshy leaves.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Anredera cordifolia
- Synonym: Boussingaultia basseloides, Anredera vesicaria (Lam.) C.F. Gaertn.
- Family: Basellaceae
- Genus: Anredera Juss.
- Kingdom: Plantae
Common Names
- Madeira-vine
- Mignonette vine
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to South America, specifically Ecuador and Peru.
- Now found in North America (US Lower 48 and Hawaii).
Ecological Role
- Considered an environmental weed and a Weed of National Significance in some regions.
- Capable of smothering native vegetation.
Morphological Characteristics
- Deciduous perennial vine.
- Fleshy leaves.
- Produces sprays of tiny white fragrant flowers.
- Develops aerial tubers.
Traditional Uses
- Leaves were believed to have a laxative effect.
Quirky Facts
- One source suggests that Madeira vine was planted next to outdoor toilets (dunnies) because the leaves were believed to have a laxative effect.
- One source mentions that it can be eaten, and cooking may be a way of controlling it.
Control Measures
- Mechanical methods, herbicides, and hot fire have been used for control.
Further Information
- www.canadabay.nsw.gov.au
- Rainforest Rescue: www.rainforestrescue.org.au/blog/2008/07/23/managing-madiera-vine/