Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
hameliifolium
ID:
266160

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wernham

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 42: 89 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265492

Common Names

  • Argostemma hameliifolium
  • Hamelia-Leaved Argostemma
  • Hamelia-Leaved Argostemma Plant

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Synonyms

  • Argostemma hullettii Ridl. [valid]
  • Argostemma isophyllum Merr. [valid]

Description

Argostemma hameliifolium (also called Hamel's Argostemma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma hameliifolium is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argostemma hameliifolium 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 hameliifolium is a shrub or small tree that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.

Where to Find Argostemma hameliifolium

Argostemma hameliifolium can be found in tropical Africa.

Argostemma hameliifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma hameliifolium?

Argostemma hameliifolium

What is the common name of Argostemma hameliifolium?

Hamelia-leaved Argostemma

What is the natural habitat of Argostemma hameliifolium?

Argostemma hameliifolium is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

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