Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ophirense
ID:
266888

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maingay ex Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3: 45 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266220

Common Names

  • Argostemma ophirense
  • Ophirense Argostemma
  • Ophirense Argostemma

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Synonyms

  • Argostemma salicifolium Ridl. [valid]

Description

Argostemma ophirense (also called 'Ophirense 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 ophirense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach problems, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argostemma ophirense is white with a yellow center and five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling has a single stem with two leaves and a small white flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma ophirense is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood cuttings and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Argostemma ophirense

Argostemma ophirense can be found in the tropical forests of India.

Argostemma ophirense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma ophirense?

Argostemma ophirense

What is the common name of Argostemma ophirense?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Argostemma ophirense?

It is found in tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia

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-14927: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Alexander Carroll Maingay (1836-1869): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maingay' in the authors string.