Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
lanceolarium
ID:
266472

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 65: 36 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265804

Common Names

  • Argostemma Lanceolarium
  • Lanceolarium Argostemma
  • Argostemma Argostemma

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Synonyms

  • Argostemma lanceolatum Valeton [illegitimate]

Description

Argostemma lanceolarium (also called Lanceolate bridesbush, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and a strong scent. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argostemma lanceolarium has white flowers with a yellow throat and a long corolla tube. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma lanceolarium 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 lanceolarium

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

Argostemma lanceolarium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma lanceolarium?

Argostemma lanceolarium

What is the family of Argostemma lanceolarium?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Argostemma lanceolarium?

Lance-leaved 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