Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
yunnanense
ID:
267885

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.C.How ex H.S.Lo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 6(4): 45 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267217

Common Names

  • Yunnan Argostemma
  • Argostemma yunnanense
  • Yunnan Argostemma

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Description

Argostemma yunnanense (also called 'Yunnan Argostemma', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to China and Southeast Asia. It has a single trunk and a rounded crown, and its leaves are dark green and leathery. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Argostemma yunnanense is used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flower of Argostemma yunnanense is white with yellow stamens. Seed: The seed of Argostemma yunnanense is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Argostemma yunnanense are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argostemma yunnanense can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with a few leaves and roots, and then replanted.

Where to Find Argostemma yunnanense

Argostemma yunnanense is native to tropical South America, from Colombia to Bolivia.

Argostemma yunnanense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argostemma yunnanense?

Argostemma yunnanense

What is the family of Argostemma yunnanense?

Gesneriaceae

What is the habitat of Argostemma yunnanense?

Tropical forests

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-15023: Based on the initial data import
Foon Chew How (1908-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.C.How' in the authors string.
Hsien Shui Lo (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Lo' in the authors string.