Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
calcicola
ID:
265642

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Bremer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 76: 40 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264974

Common Names

  • Argostemma calcicola
  • Calcicola Argostemma
  • Limestone-loving Argostemma

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Description

Argostemma calcicola (also called Calcareous 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 calcicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argostemma calcicola 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 calcicola can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Argostemma calcicola

Argostemma calcicola is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Argostemma calcicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma calcicola?

Argostemma calcicola

What is the natural habitat of Argostemma calcicola?

Dry deciduous forests

What is the flowering season of Argostemma calcicola?

Flowering occurs from April to May

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-14807: Based on the initial data import
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.