Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
argutus
ID:
561719

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barringer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 10: 132 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561051



Common Names

  • Basistemon argutus
  • Argutus Basistemon
  • Basistemon Orchid


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Description

Basistemon argutus (also called Sharp-Leaved Basistemon, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Australia and New Zealand. It has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. The flowers have a sweet scent and are often used in perfumes. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Basistemon argutus is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It has a long blooming period and is attractive to bees and other pollinators. It can also be used in landscaping, as a groundcover, and as a container plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Basistemon argutus is small, white and tubular with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Basistemon argutus is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Water regularly, but allow the potting medium to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced orchid fertilizer. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Basistemon argutus

Basistemon argutus is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Basistemon argutus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Basistemon argutus?

Basistemon argutus

What is the common name of Basistemon argutus?

Sharp-leaved basistemon

What is the natural habitat of Basistemon argutus?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

Kerry A. Barringer (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barringer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:273132-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].