Adenia

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Adenia

Adenia (/əˈdiːniə/; from the Greek "aden", meaning "gland") is a genus of flowering plants in the passionflower family, Passifloraceae. It comprises about 100 species, which are distributed in the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Etymology

The name "Adenia" is derived from the Greek word "aden", which means "gland". This is in reference to the glandular characteristics of the plants in this genus.

Description

Adenia plants are typically woody climbers, shrubs, or small trees. They are characterized by their tendrils, which they use for climbing, and their unusual stem and root forms. Some species have significant ethnobotanical uses, while others are cultivated as ornamental plants due to their unique forms and attractive foliage.

Species

There are about 100 species in the Adenia genus. Some of the notable species include:

  • Adenia globosa: A succulent plant native to East Africa, known for its large, spherical caudex.
  • Adenia volkensii: A climbing plant native to East Africa, used in traditional medicine.
  • Adenia pechuelii: A succulent plant native to Namibia and Angola, known for its bottle-shaped caudex.

Related Terms

  • Passifloraceae: The passionflower family, to which the Adenia genus belongs.
  • Caudex: A stem modification found in many Adenia species.
  • Ethnobotany: The study of the traditional use of plants for medicinal and other purposes.

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