Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
chaii
ID:
265687

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Bremer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 76: 34 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265019

Common Names

  • Argostemma chaii
  • Chaii Argostemma
  • Chai's Argostemma

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Description

Argostemma chaii (also called Chai's argostemma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is a woody climber with white flowers and is native to South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma chaii 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 chaii is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and have light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma chaii is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome. It is easily propagated by division of the rhizome. It can also be propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Argostemma chaii

Argostemma chaii is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Argostemma chaii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma chaii?

Argostemma chaii

What is the common name of Argostemma chaii?

Unknown

What is the natural habitat of Argostemma chaii?

Tropical rainforests

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-14812: Based on the initial data import
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.