Argostemma rotundicalyx - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rotundicalyx
ID:
267280
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sridith
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 19: 173 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266612
Common Names
- Argostemma Rotundicalyx
- Rotundicalyx Argostemma
- Rotundicalyx
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Argostemma rotundicalyx (also called Argostemma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has ovate leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Argostemma rotundicalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for cut flower arrangements. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures, which are believed to have medicinal benefits.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Argostemma rotundicalyx has small, yellow-green flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Argostemma rotundicalyx is a terrestrial orchid native to India. It is best grown in a warm, humid climate with bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix that is high in organic matter. The plant should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Argostemma rotundicalyx
Argostemma rotundicalyx is native to Mexico and Central America.
Argostemma rotundicalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argostemma rotundicalyx?
Argostemma rotundicalyx
What is the common name of Argostemma rotundicalyx?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Argostemma rotundicalyx?
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-14964: Based on the initial data import
Kitichate Sridith: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sridith' in the authors string.