Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
urticifolium
ID:
267792

Status:
valid

Authors:
King

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 72: 146 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267124

Common Names

  • Argostemma uniflorum
  • Argostemma unifolioloide
  • Argostemma urticifolium

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Description

Argostemma urticifolium (also called 'Nettle-leaved Argostemma', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Madagascar and grows in dry, sandy soils in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma urticifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argostemma urticifolium is white and bell-shaped, with 6 petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma urticifolium is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or summer.

Where to Find Argostemma urticifolium

Argostemma urticifolium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America.

Argostemma urticifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma urticifolium?

Argostemma urticifolium

What are the common names of Argostemma urticifolium?

Nettle-leaved Argostemma

What is the native range of Argostemma urticifolium?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-15014: Based on the initial data import
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.