Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
elatostemma
ID:
265917

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3: 45 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265249

Common Names

  • Argostemma elatostemma
  • Elatostemma
  • Argostemma

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Synonyms

  • Argostemma elatostemma obovata King [valid]
  • Argostemma motleyi Ridl. [valid]

Description

Argostemma elatostemma (also called Elatostemma Argostemma, among many other common names) is a shrub with white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to South East Asia and grows in forests, woodlands, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma elatostemma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its timber, which is used to make furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argostemma elatostemma is white and has five petals. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings have a single stem with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma elatostemma is a shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers moist, shady areas and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a sunny location in a well-drained soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted to their permanent location.

Where to Find Argostemma elatostemma

Argostemma elatostemma is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Argostemma elatostemma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma elatostemma?

Argostemma elatostemma

What type of plant is Argostemma elatostemma?

Herb

Where is Argostemma elatostemma found?

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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