Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
pedunculosum
ID:
267016

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. 2: 349 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266348

Common Names

  • Argostemma pedunculosum
  • Pedunculate Argostemma
  • Pedunculate Milkweed

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Description

Argostemma pedunculosum (also called Argostemma pedunculosum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Malaysia. It has a dense, spreading crown and its leaves are dark green, shiny and lanceolate. It is found in lowland and hill dipterocarp forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma pedunculosum 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 pedunculosum 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 pedunculosum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Argostemma pedunculosum

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

Argostemma pedunculosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma pedunculosum?

Argostemma pedunculosum

What is the common name of Argostemma pedunculosum?

Pedunculate Argostemma

What is the natural habitat of Argostemma pedunculosum?

Argostemma pedunculosum 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,

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