Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
brevicaule
ID:
265587

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valeton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 60: 41 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264919

Common Names

  • Argostemma brevicaule
  • Brevicaule Argostemma
  • Short-stem Argostemma

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Description

Argostemma brevicaule (also called Short-stalked Argostemma, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and small, green leaves. It is native to Australia, and is found in tropical rainforests and lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma brevicaule is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argostemma brevicaule is a white or cream-colored, tubular flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma brevicaule is a woody climber native to Queensland, Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and lightly covered. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Keep in a warm, bright location and water regularly.

Where to Find Argostemma brevicaule

Argostemma brevicaule is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Argostemma brevicaule FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma brevicaule?

Argostemma brevicaule

What is the common name of Argostemma brevicaule?

Short-stemmed Argostemma

What is the natural habitat of Argostemma brevicaule?

Rainforests and wet sclerophyll 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-14802: Based on the initial data import
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.