Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
grandiflorum
ID:
266087

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 79: 77 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265419

Common Names

  • Argostemma Grandiflorum
  • Grandiflorum Argostemma
  • Grandiflorum

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Description

Argostemma grandiflorum (also called 'Large-flowered Argostemma', 'Large-flowered Climbing Milkweed' and 'Large-flowered 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 grandiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant aroma and is used to make perfumes and fragrances. The leaves and bark are used to make a medicinal tea that is used to treat fever, headache, and stomach ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Argostemma grandiflorum var. grandiflorum
Argostemma grandiflorum var. lammii (Valeton) Bakh.f.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, pink or purple flowers with a yellow center. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Young plants have a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma grandiflorum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Argostemma grandiflorum

Argostemma grandiflorum is native to India and can be found in the moist deciduous forests of the country.

Argostemma grandiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma grandiflorum?

Argostemma grandiflorum

What is the family of Argostemma grandiflorum?

Rubiaceae

Where is Argostemma grandiflorum found?

Argostemma grandiflorum 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