Status:
valid
Authors:
Deroin
Source:
tro
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Candollea 48: 453 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298890
Common Names
- Onilahy Bindweed
- Onilahy Morning Glory
- Onilahy Argyreia
Description
Argyreia onilahiensis (also called Argyreia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It has a twining stem with alternate, ovate leaves and funnel-shaped, white flowers. It is found in open, disturbed habitats such as roadsides and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Argyreia onilahiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Argyreia onilahiensis has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argyreia onilahiensis is a perennial climber that is native to India. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Argyreia onilahiensis
Argyreia onilahiensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Argyreia onilahiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argyreia onilahiensis?
Argyreia onilahiensis
What is the common name of Argyreia onilahiensis?
Onilahy Argyreia
Where is Argyreia onilahiensis native to?
Tropical Africa
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,