Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
155998

Status:
valid

Authors:
Choisy

Source:
ipni

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève 6: 426 (1833 publ. 1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000155327



Common Names

  • Woolly Creeper
  • Woodrose
  • Elephant Creeper


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Synonyms

  • Convolvulus multibracteatus Wall. [unknown]

Description

Argyreia tomentosa (also called Elephant Creeper, among many other common names) is a woody climber with large, heart-shaped leaves and white flowers with purple spots. It is native to India and is commonly found in forests and open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Argyreia tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments. It is also used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine and is known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argyreia tomentosa is white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with white-green leaves and a yellow stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyreia tomentosa is a fast-growing, woody climber that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and require regular watering.

Where to Find Argyreia tomentosa

Argyreia tomentosa is native to India and can be found in the western Himalayas, from Kashmir to Nepal.

Argyreia tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyreia tomentosa?

Argyreia tomentosa

What is the common name of Argyreia tomentosa?

Woolly Woodrose

What is the natural habitat of Argyreia tomentosa?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

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,