Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
griseum
ID:
266119

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valeton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 60: 41 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265451

Common Names

  • Argostemma Griseum
  • Griseum Argostemma
  • Griseum

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Description

Argostemma griseum (also called Gray Argostemma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a small shrub that typically grows to a height of 0.5-2 m. It is native to India, China, Nepal, and Bhutan, and is found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma griseum is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown in gardens. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used to make a fragrant oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argostemma griseum has white flowers with yellow centres and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma griseum is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Argostemma griseum

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

Argostemma griseum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma griseum?

Argostemma griseum

Where is Argostemma griseum native to?

Sri Lanka

What is the common name of Argostemma griseum?

Grey 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-14854: Based on the initial data import
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.