Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
courtallense
ID:
265748

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Ann. Nat. Hist. 3: 22 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265080

Common Names

  • Argostemma courtallense
  • Courtall's Argostemma
  • Courtall's Wild Petunia

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Synonyms

  • Argostemma connatum Dalzell [valid]

Description

Argostemma courtallense (also called Courtall's argostemma, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Madagascar. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma courtallense is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, and is often used as a groundcover or in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Argostemma courtallense are small, white, and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma courtallense is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as 10°C (50°F). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Argostemma courtallense

Argostemma courtallense can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Argostemma courtallense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma courtallense?

Argostemma courtallense

What is the common name of Argostemma courtallense?

Courtallum Argostemma

Where is Argostemma courtallense native to?

India

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,

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