Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
laotica
ID:
1333959

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lanors. & Chantar.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 270: 223 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346413

Common Names

  • Argostemma laotica
  • Lao Argostemma
  • Lao's Argostemma

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Description

Argostemma laotica (also called 'Laotian Argostemma', among many other common names) is a terrestrial shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval leaves and produces small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in moist, tropical forests, often growing in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma laotica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argostemma laotica has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, delicate stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma laotica is a terrestrial orchid found in wet forests of South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation should be done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Argostemma laotica

Argostemma laotica can be found in the south-east of Laos.

Argostemma laotica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma laotica?

Argostemma laotica

What is the common name of Argostemma laotica?

Argostemma

What type of plant is Argostemma laotica?

Evergreen shrub

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

Pranom Chantaranothai (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chantar.' in the authors string.
Soulivanh Lanorsavanh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lanors.' in the authors string.