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Thottea siliquosa is a species of flowering plant in the family Aristolochiaceae, native to Southeast Asia and parts of southern China. It is a liana, meaning it is a woody, climbing plant that grows along other vegetation, such as trees, for support. It is also known by its common name, the climbing twisted jasmine.

Thottea siliquosa is a fast-growing, evergreen liana that can reach lengths of up to 20 meters. The plant has a twining habit and is characterized by its smooth, green stem, which is covered in small, inconspicuous leaves. The plant produces small, greenish-white flowers that are followed by long, narrow seed pods that are covered in fine, velvety hair.

In its native range, Thottea siliquosa is used for a variety of purposes, including as a medicinal plant, a source of food, and a fiber plant. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive problems and respiratory disorders.

In cultivation, Thottea siliquosa is valued for its fast growth and attractive foliage, and it is often grown as an ornamental plant. It is well suited to tropical and subtropical climates and is commonly grown in greenhouses, conservatories, and as a houseplant. The plant prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained, moist soil.

Thottea siliquosa is an attractive and versatile species that is valued for its fast growth, ornamental foliage, and its use in traditional medicine.