Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
popahensis
ID:
912233

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Collett & Hemsl.) Staples

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 36: 97 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911568



Common Names

  • Argyreia popahensis
  • Popahensis Argyreia
  • Argyreia


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Description

Argyreia popahensis (also called Popahensis Argyreia, among many other common names) is a species of vine found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It is a fast-growing vine with heart-shaped leaves and white flowers. The flowers produce small, red berries which contain the coffee beans. It is native to Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines, and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Argyreia popahensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argyreia popahensis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and delicate, with white and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyreia popahensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to India. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers a sunny location and regular watering. It is also tolerant of salt spray.

Where to Find Argyreia popahensis

Argyreia popahensis can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Argyreia popahensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyreia popahensis?

Argyreia popahensis

What is the common name of Argyreia popahensis?

Popahensis Argyreia

Where is Argyreia popahensis 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

William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Henry Collett (1836-1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Collett' in the authors string.
George William Staples (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Staples' in the authors string.