Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
apiculatum
ID:
265448

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Bremer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 76: 21 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264780

Common Names

  • Apiculatum Argostemma
  • Apiculatum Parsonia
  • Apiculatum Silk Vine

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Description

Argostemma apiculatum (also called Apiculate Argostemma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to India, where it is found in the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. It is a shrub found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma apiculatum is used for making rope and baskets. It is also used as a food source and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argostemma apiculatum is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are slender and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma apiculatum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Argostemma apiculatum

Argostemma apiculatum can be found in tropical rainforests of India.

Argostemma apiculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma apiculatum?

Argostemma apiculatum

What is the common name of Argostemma apiculatum?

Apiculatum jasmine

What is the natural habitat of Argostemma apiculatum?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Argostemma genus

Argostemma acuminatissimum, Argostemma aequifolium, Argostemma africanum, Argostemma angustifolium, Argostemma anisophyllum, Argostemma annamiticum, Argostemma anupama, Argostemma apiculatum, Argostemma arachnosum, Argostemma attenuatum, Argostemma bariense, Argostemma begoniaceum, Argostemma bicolor, Argostemma bifolium, Argostemma borragineum, Argostemma brachyantherum, Argostemma brevicaule, Argostemma brookei, Argostemma bryophilum, Argostemma burttii, Argostemma buwaldae, Argostemma calcicola, Argostemma callitrichum, Argostemma carstensense, Argostemma chaii, Argostemma coenosciadicum, Argostemma concinnum, Argostemma condensum, Argostemma courtallense, Argostemma crassinerve, Argostemma debile, Argostemma densifolium, Argostemma denticulatum, Argostemma discolor, Argostemma dispar, Argostemma distichum, Argostemma diversifolium, Argostemma dulitense, Argostemma ebracteolatum, Argostemma elatostemma, Argostemma elongatum, Argostemma enerve, Argostemma epitrichum, Argostemma fallax, Argostemma flavescens, Argostemma fragile, Argostemma gaharuense, Argostemma geesinkii, Argostemma gracile, Argostemma grandiflorum,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-14789: Based on the initial data import
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.