Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
montis-doormannii
ID:
266698

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valeton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 14: 251 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266030

Common Names

  • Argostemma montis-doormannii
  • Montis-doormannii Argostemma
  • Argostemma Montis-doormannii

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Description

Argostemma montis-doormannii (also called Doormann's Argostemma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, specifically Thailand, Malaysia, and Borneo. It is found in lowland forests, often in limestone areas.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma montis-doormannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Argostemma montis-doormannii are white or pink, and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma montis-doormannii is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Argostemma montis-doormannii

Argostemma montis-doormannii is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.

Argostemma montis-doormannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma montis-doormannii?

Argostemma montis-doormannii

What is the common name of Argostemma montis-doormannii?

Doormann's Argostemma

What is the natural habitat of Argostemma montis-doormannii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-14909: Based on the initial data import
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.