Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
vietnamicum
ID:
1516213

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.H.Quang, Joongku Lee & R.K.Choudhary

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 56(1-3): 27. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000003183


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Description

Argostemma vietnamicum (also called Vietnamese Argostemma, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of South East Asia. It is an herbaceous plant with a creeping habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. It has ovate to elliptic leaves with white spots and pink flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma vietnamicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Argostemma vietnamicum is white with yellow center, seeds are small and round, seedlings are green with long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma vietnamicum can be propagated by division, stem cuttings, or seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Argostemma vietnamicum

Argostemma vietnamicum is native to Southeast Asia.

Argostemma vietnamicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma vietnamicum?

Argostemma vietnamicum

What is the family of Argostemma vietnamicum?

Rubiaceae

Where is Argostemma vietnamicum native to?

Vietnam

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,