Status:
valid
Authors:
Walp.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
Nov. Actorum Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur. 19(Suppl. 1): 349 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266118
Common Names
- Argostemma neesianum
- Neesianum Argostemma
- Neesi-anum Argostemma
Description
Argostemma neesianum (also called 'Ceylon Argostemma', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with leathery leaves and white flowers. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, and is found in evergreen and semi-evergreen forests.
Uses & Benefits
Argostemma neesianum is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and also as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Argostemma neesianum has white flowers with yellowish anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are short and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argostemma neesianum is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained, moist, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Argostemma neesianum
Argostemma neesianum is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.
Argostemma neesianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argostemma neesianum?
Argostemma neesianum
What is the natural habitat of Argostemma neesianum?
Lowland forests of Borneo
What is the average height of Argostemma neesianum?
Up to 15 meters
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,