Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
stellatum
ID:
267505

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1911: 387 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266837

Common Names

  • Argostemma stellatum
  • Stellatum Argostemma
  • Stellatum Five-petal

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Description

Argostemma stellatum (also called 'Star-like Argostemma', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown and a dense canopy. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrub forests.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma stellatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argostemma stellatum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma stellatum is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It has a spreading habit and is best suited to a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Argostemma stellatum

Argostemma stellatum can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Argostemma stellatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma stellatum?

Argostemma stellatum

What type of plant is Argostemma stellatum?

Perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Argostemma stellatum?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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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