Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
parvum
ID:
266983

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.T.Geddes

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1927: 167 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266315

Common Names

  • Argostemma parvum
  • Small Argostemma
  • Small Milkweed

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Description

Argostemma parvum (also called 'Parvum 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 parvum 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 parvum 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 parvum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed sown in spring or autumn, or by division of the rhizomes in spring. It is best grown in a sheltered position.

Where to Find Argostemma parvum

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

Argostemma parvum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma parvum?

Argostemma parvum

What is the common name of Argostemma parvum?

Small Argostemma

What is the natural habitat of Argostemma parvum?

Argostemma parvum is native to the tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

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-14936: Based on the initial data import
Elizabeth T. Geddes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.T.Geddes' in the authors string.