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twining screwstem

Scientific Name: Bartonia paniculata ssp. paniculata

Family: Gentianaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Vine, Forb/herb

Duration: Annual, Biennial

Other Names:

       

Twining Screwstem (Bartonia paniculata)

Twining screwstem, scientifically known as Bartonia paniculata, is a delicate annual or biennial plant. It is also referred to as branched bartonia or panicled screwstem.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Bartonia paniculata (Michx.) Muhl.
  • Family: Gentianaceae
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms/Subspecies:
    • Bartonia paniculata ssp. iodandra (B.L. Rob.)
    • Bartonia paniculata ssp. paniculata

Distribution and Habitat

  • Twining screwstem is an obligate wetland species found in locations such as New England, Wisconsin, Maryland, Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia and Ontario.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Twining screwstem is described as a vine or forb/herb with a twining growth habit.
  • Its shoots are often twisted.
  • The leaves are arranged alternately.
  • Flowers are white.

Ecological Role

  • This species is described as being impacted by exotic plant species and succession that results in shading.

Additional Information

  • Some resources mention the need for ID confirmation at an herbarium.

Resources

  • Endangered Resces Program
  • Discover Life
  • ResearchGate
  • United States Department of Agriculture