Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
laevigatum
ID:
266451

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Pl. Jav. Rar. 1: 96 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265783

Common Names

  • Argostemma laevigatum
  • Laevigatum Argostemma
  • Argostemma Laevigatum

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Description

Argostemma laevigatum (also called Smooth Argostemma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall, with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia, and is found in a variety of habitats, from dry savannas to evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma laevigatum is used for medicinal purposes and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argostemma laevigatum has white flowers with yellow centers and five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma laevigatum is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to shape and can reach a height of up to 3 meters.

Where to Find Argostemma laevigatum

Argostemma laevigatum is native to tropical Africa, from Angola to South Africa.

Argostemma laevigatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma laevigatum?

Argostemma laevigatum

What is the family of Argostemma laevigatum?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Argostemma laevigatum?

No common name

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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