Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
kurzii
ID:
266407

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3: 45 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265739

Common Names

  • Argostemma kurzii
  • Kurz's Argostemma
  • Kurz Argostemma

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Synonyms

  • Argostemma unifolium Kurz [illegitimate]

Description

Argostemma kurzii (also called Wild Coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5-10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, woodlands, and savannas. It has simple, opposite leaves that are elliptic to obovate in shape and have entire margins. The flowers are white or pinkish and have a sweet scent.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma kurzii is used as an ornamental plant for its showy yellow flowers and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argostemma kurzii has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma kurzii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be grown in partial shade and watered regularly.

Where to Find Argostemma kurzii

Argostemma kurzii is native to the tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

Argostemma kurzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma kurzii?

Argostemma kurzii

What is the family of Argostemma kurzii?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Argostemma kurzii?

Kurzii 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-14881: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.