Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
unifolioloide
ID:
267750

Status:
valid

Authors:
King

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 72: 148 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267082

Common Names

  • Argostemma uniflorum
  • Argostemma unifolioloide
  • Argostemma urticifolium

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Synonyms

  • Argostemma unifolioloides glabra King [valid]

Description

Argostemma unifolioloide (also called one-leaf argostemma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to India. It is found in dry and moist forest, woodland, and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma unifolioloide is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an insect repellent. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argostemma unifolioloide has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma unifolioloide is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Argostemma unifolioloide

Argostemma unifolioloide is native to India and is found in dry grasslands and woodlands.

Argostemma unifolioloide FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma unifolioloide?

Argostemma unifolioloide

What are the common names of Argostemma unifolioloide?

One-leaved Argostemma

What is the natural habitat of Argostemma unifolioloide?

It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa

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-15010: Based on the initial data import
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.