Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
elongata
ID:
158352

Status:
valid

Authors:
Forman

Source:
ipni

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Checklist Fl. Pl. Gymn. Brunei : 435 (1996 publ. 1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157681



Common Names

  • Argyreia Elongata
  • Elongata Argyreia
  • Argyreia


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Description

Argyreia elongata (also called Long-stalked Argyreia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. Its leaves are ovate to elliptic, with entire margins and a pointed tip. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, and is found in dry bushland, grassland, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Argyreia elongata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye and for making paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyreia elongata has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyreia elongata is a perennial climber native to India. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted and can be transplanted into the garden. Argyreia elongata prefers a sunny location and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly, but not overly saturated.

Where to Find Argyreia elongata

Argyreia elongata is native to India and can be found in the wild in areas with well-drained soils and full sun exposure.

Argyreia elongata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyreia elongata?

Argyreia elongata

What is the common name of Argyreia elongata?

Elongated Argyreia

What type of plant is Argyreia elongata?

Climbing Vine

Species in the Argyreia genus

Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi, Argyreia maymyensis, Argyreia mekongensis, Argyreia micrantha, Argyreia nellygherya,

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,