Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
hirtum
ID:
266204

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 35: 14 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265536

Common Names

  • Argostemma hirtum
  • Hairy Argostemma
  • Hairy Stemmadenia

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Description

Argostemma hirtum (also called Hairy 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 hirtum has been used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

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 hirtum is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Argostemma hirtum

Argostemma hirtum is found in tropical Africa, from Angola to Tanzania.

Argostemma hirtum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma hirtum?

Argostemma hirtum

What are the common names of Argostemma hirtum?

None

What is the natural habitat of Argostemma hirtum?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Africa

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,

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