Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
geesinkii
ID:
266043

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Bremer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 76: 25 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265375

Common Names

  • Argostemma geesinkii
  • Geesinkii Argostemma
  • Argostemma

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Description

Argostemma geesinkii (also called 'Geesink's Argostemma', 'Geesink's Climbing Milkweed' and 'Geesink's 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 geesinkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argostemma geesinkii has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma geesinkii is a shrub native to tropical Asia. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Argostemma geesinkii

Argostemma geesinkii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Argostemma geesinkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma geesinkii?

Argostemma geesinkii

What is the family of Argostemma geesinkii?

Rubiaceae

Where is Argostemma geesinkii found?

Argostemma geesinkii is found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

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-14847: Based on the initial data import
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.