Kibatalia macrophylla

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Trachelospermum anceps
• Paravallaris yunnanensis
• Paravallaris macrophylla
• Kibatalia anceps
• Vallaris anceps
• Vallaris arborea

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, known scientifically as Kibatalia macrophylla, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Gentianaales. It is further categorized into the family Apocynaceae and the genus Kibatalia.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within East and Southeast Asia. In China, its distribution is primarily limited to the South-Central regions. The species also extends into the Indo-China peninsula, where it can be found across several different nations. Specifically, it grows within the borders of Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar. Furthermore, its presence is well-documented throughout the various landscapes of Thailand.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Kibatalia macrophylla is characterized by its classification as a phanerophyte, a growth form where the perennating buds are located high above the ground on woody stems. Within this classification, it specifically exhibits characteristics of both a phanerophyte and a nanophanerophyte, indicating a perennial life cycle where the plant maintains structural longevity through elevated, woody branches that protect its buds during unfavorable environmental conditions. This life strategy allows the species to establish a permanent presence in its habitat, relying on its robust, elevated shoot system to navigate seasonal changes and sustain long-term vegetative growth.

Life form :

phanerophyte

Morphology

The morphology of Katalia macrophyllas is characterized by its growth habit as a woody plant, exhibiting a robust structural development. It functions as a self-supporting climber, utilizing its physical structure to ascend without being dependent on a host for nutrients. As an independent organism, it does not exhibit parasitic behavior, maintaining its own metabolic processes. Furthermore, it is classified as a terrestrial species rather than an epiphyte, establishing its root systems and growth within the soil of its natural habitat.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Kibatalia macrophylla has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include PA.

PA

1. Phytochemistry