Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 61: 13 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265291
Common Names
- Enerve Argostemma
- Argostemma Enerve
- Argostemma enerve
Description
Argostemma enerve (also called 'Enerve Argostemma', 'Enerve Climbing Milkweed' and 'Enerve 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 enerve is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Argostemma enerve are white, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argostemma enerve is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Argostemma enerve
Argostemma enerve is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Argostemma enerve FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argostemma enerve?
Argostemma enerve
What type of plant is Argostemma enerve?
Herb
Where is Argostemma enerve 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,