Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
mastersii
ID:
1299793

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Prain) Raizada

Source:
tro

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Indian Forester 93: 754 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299131



Common Names

  • Argyreia mastersii
  • Woodrose
  • Elephant Creeper


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Description

Argyreia mastersii (also called Master's Woodrose, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to India and Southeast Asia. It grows in sunny areas and is characterized by its heart-shaped leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Argyreia mastersii is used for its medicinal properties such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyreia mastersii has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyreia mastersii is a perennial climber that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Argyreia mastersii

Argyreia mastersii is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats and the Eastern Himalayas.

Argyreia mastersii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyreia mastersii?

Argyreia mastersii

What type of plant is Argyreia mastersii?

Vine

Where is Argyreia mastersii native to?

India

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8502976: Based on the initial data import
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
Mukat Behari Raizada (1907-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raizada' in the authors string.