Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
elongatum
ID:
265938

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
J. Fed. Malay States Mus. 6: 151 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265270

Common Names

  • Elongatum Argostemma
  • Argostemma Elongatum
  • Argostemma elongatum

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Description

Argostemma elongatum (also called 'Climbing Milkweed', 'Climbing Milkweed Vine' and 'Climbing Milkweed Vine', among many other common names) is a perennial climber that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma elongatum 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

Argostemma elongatum has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and delicate with long, thin stems and small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma elongatum 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 elongatum

Argostemma elongatum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Argostemma elongatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma elongatum?

Argostemma elongatum

What is the family of Argostemma elongatum?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Argostemma elongatum?

Elongated Argostemma

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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