Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
kerrii
ID:
155933

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib

Source:
ipni

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1911: 422 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000155262

Common Names

  • Kerri's Woodrose
  • Kerri's Morning Glory
  • Kerri's Creeper

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Synonyms

  • Lettsomia kerrii (Craib) Kerr [unknown]

Description

Argyreia kerrii (also called 'Kerri's Woodrose', among many other common names) is a species of woody climber native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a perennial plant with large, heart-shaped leaves and white, trumpet-shaped flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and wastelands.

Uses & Benefits

Argyreia kerrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argyreia kerrii is white or pink and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyreia kerrii is a tropical climber that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle and grown in a warm, sheltered position.

Where to Find Argyreia kerrii

Argyreia kerrii is native to India, Sri Lanka, and China.

Argyreia kerrii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyreia kerrii?

Argyreia kerrii

What is the common name of Argyreia kerrii?

Kerrii Vine

What is the natural habitat of Argyreia kerrii?

Tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka

Species in the Argyreia genus

Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi, Argyreia maymyensis, Argyreia mekongensis, Argyreia micrantha, Argyreia nellygherya,

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,