Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
crassinerve
ID:
265768

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valeton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 14: 29 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265100

Common Names

  • Argostemma crassinerve
  • Thick-veined Argostemma
  • Thick-veined Wild Petunia

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Description

Argostemma crassinerve (also called Thick-stemmed Argostemma, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Southeast Asia. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 5 cm. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma crassinerve 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 crassinerve 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 crassinerve 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 crassinerve

Argostemma crassinerve can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Argostemma crassinerve FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma crassinerve?

Argostemma crassinerve

What is the common name of Argostemma crassinerve?

Thick-veined Argostemma

Where is Argostemma crassinerve 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-14820: Based on the initial data import
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.