Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
lobbii
ID:
266536

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3: 44 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265868

Common Names

  • Argostemma Lobbii
  • Lobbii
  • Argostemma

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Synonyms

  • Argostemma saxicola Craib [valid]

Description

Argostemma lobbii (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 lobbii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, dysentery, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Argostemma lobbii are small, white, and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma lobbii is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and woodlands. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Argostemma lobbii

Argostemma lobbii is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Argostemma lobbii FAQ

What are the common names of Argostemma lobbii?

Common names of Argostemma lobbii include Lobb's wild jasmine and Lobb's wild jasmine vine.

What is the growth habit of Argostemma lobbii?

Argostemma lobbii is a vigorous, evergreen, twining climber.

What are the light requirements of Argostemma lobbii?

Argostemma lobbii prefers full sun to partial shade.

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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