Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
tavoyanum
ID:
267599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex Benn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Pl. Jav. Rar. 1: 94 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266931

Common Names

  • Tavoyan Argostemma
  • Star of Bethlehem
  • Fairy Star

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Synonyms

  • Argostemma soneriloides Kurz [valid]

Description

Argostemma tavoyanum (also called Tavoyan Argostemma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos, and grows in forests, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma tavoyanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argostemma tavoyanum has bright yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black and the seedlings have green leaves with a yellow tinge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma tavoyanum is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Argostemma tavoyanum

Argostemma tavoyanum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Argostemma tavoyanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma tavoyanum?

Argostemma tavoyanum

What is the family of Argostemma tavoyanum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Argostemma tavoyanum?

Tavoyanum Daisy

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-14995: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
John Joseph Bennett (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benn.' in the authors string.