Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
longisepalum
ID:
1539438

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lanors. & Chantar.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 38(10)-e02714: 5. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000021097

Common Names

  • Argostemma longisepalum
  • Longisepalum Argostemma
  • Argostemma

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Description

Argostemma longisepalum (also called Long-sepal Argostemma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is found in Laos and Thailand. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m in height, with white flowers. It is found in limestone hills and other limestone habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma longisepalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make baskets and mats. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argostemma longisepalum is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma longisepalum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division is best done in spring or autumn. It can be propagated by cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Argostemma longisepalum

Argostemma longisepalum is native to the tropical forests of Vietnam.

Argostemma longisepalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma longisepalum?

Argostemma longisepalum

What is the common name of Argostemma longisepalum?

Long-sepal Argostemma

What is the family of Argostemma longisepalum?

Rubiaceae

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,