Argythamnia oblongifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oblongifolia
ID:
269034
Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 5: 386 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268366
Common Names
- Oblong-leaved Argythamnia
- Oblong Argythamnia
- Argythamnia Oblongifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Argythamnia oblongifolia (also called Oblong-leaved Argythamnia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has an upright, branching habit and small, oval leaves. It grows in humid, tropical forests and is often found growing in open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Argythamnia oblongifolia has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It has also been used as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Argythamnia oblongifolia is yellow or orange with a yellow or orange lip. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Argythamnia oblongifolia is a shrub or small tree that can reach heights of up to 5m. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seeds, cuttings, or air layering.
Where to Find Argythamnia oblongifolia
Argythamnia oblongifolia is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Argythamnia oblongifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argythamnia oblongifolia?
Argythamnia oblongifolia
What is the common name of Argythamnia oblongifolia?
Oblong-leaved argythamnia
What type of flower does Argythamnia oblongifolia produce?
White, yellow, or pink flowers
Species in the Argythamnia genus
Argythamnia acutangula, Argythamnia argentea, Argythamnia argyraea, Argythamnia candicans, Argythamnia coatepensis, Argythamnia cubensis, Argythamnia ecdyomena, Argythamnia haplostigma, Argythamnia heteropilosa, Argythamnia lottiae, Argythamnia lucayana, Argythamnia lundellii, Argythamnia microphylla, Argythamnia moorei, Argythamnia oblongifolia, Argythamnia proctorii, Argythamnia sericea, Argythamnia sitiens, Argythamnia stahlii, Argythamnia tinctoria, Argythamnia wheeleri, Argythamnia ingramii, Argythamnia silviae,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-15135: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.