Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baill.) Pax & K.Hoffm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 19C: 108 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264522
Common Names
- Argomuellera Gigantea
- Gigantea Argomuellera
- Argomuellera
Synonyms
- Pycnocoma gigantea Baill. [unknown]
- Wetriaria gigantea Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
Description
Argomuellera gigantea (also called 'Giant Argomuellera', 'Giant Star Flower' and 'Star Flower', among many other common names) is a perennial climber native to tropical regions of East Africa. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 3 m in height. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Argomuellera gigantea is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antispasmodic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Argomuellera gigantea has large, white flowers with a yellow lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argomuellera gigantea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Argomuellera gigantea
Argomuellera gigantea can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Argomuellera gigantea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argomuellera gigantea?
Argomuellera gigantea
Where is Argomuellera gigantea found?
Argomuellera gigantea is found in the Philippines.
What is the growth rate of Argomuellera gigantea?
Argomuellera gigantea has a slow to moderate growth rate.
Species in the Argomuellera genus
Argomuellera basicordata,
Argomuellera calcicola,
Argomuellera danguyana,
Argomuellera gigantea,
Argomuellera lancifolia,
Argomuellera macrophylla,
Argomuellera perrieri,
Argomuellera pierlotiana,
Argomuellera sessilifolia,
Argomuellera trewioides,
Argomuellera pumila,
Argomuellera bilocularis,
Argomuellera gillespieae,
Argomuellera integra,
Argomuellera longistipula,
Argomuellera oblanceolata,
Argomuellera stenophylla,
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,