Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
155938

Status:
valid

Authors:
Choisy

Source:
ipni

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève 6: 421 (1833 publ. 1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000155267

Common Names

  • Lanceolate Woodrose
  • Lanceolate Morning Glory
  • Lanceolate Creeper

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Synonyms

  • Lettsomia lanceolata (Choisy) Kerr [unknown]
  • Convolvulus erythrocarpus Wall. [unknown]

Description

Argyreia lanceolata (also called 'Lanceolate 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 lanceolata is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argyreia lanceolata is a large, white, funnel-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, dark green and have a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyreia lanceolata 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 lanceolata

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

Argyreia lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyreia lanceolata?

Argyreia lanceolata

What is the common name of Argyreia lanceolata?

Lanceolate Woodrose

What is the natural habitat of Argyreia lanceolata?

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,