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Matelea arizonica
Matelea arizonica (A. Gray) Shinners
Arizona Milkvine
Asclepiadaceae (Milkweed family)
Synonym(s): Gonolobus arizonicus, Lachnostoma arizonicum
USDA Symbol: MAAR12
USDA Native Status: L48 (N)
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Herb , Vine
Fruit Type: Follicle
Size Notes: Stems twining, up to about 8 feet long.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: White , YellowBloom Time: Jul , Aug , Sep , Oct , Nov
Bloom Notes: Yellowish to white.
Distribution
USA: AZNative Habitat: Canyons and streambeds, desert mountains.
Web Reference
Webref 23 - Southwest Environmental Information Network (2009) SEINet - Arizona ChapterAdditional resources
USDA: Find Matelea arizonica in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Matelea arizonica in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Matelea arizonica
Metadata
Record Modified: 2021-05-17Research By: CBR