Elytraria bissei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bissei
ID:
667380
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Dietr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Revista Jard. Bot. Nac. Univ. Habana 3(2): 41 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666712
Common Names
- Bisse's Elytraria
- Elytraria Bissei
- Bisse's-leaved Elytraria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Elytraria bissei (also called Elytraria bissei, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is a small herb, growing up to 0.3m tall. It is native to the Solomon Islands and grows in lowland rainforest and montane forest.
Uses & Benefits
Elytraria bissei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elytraria bissei has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Cultivation and propagation of Elytraria bissei: This plant is propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Elytraria bissei
Elytraria bissei is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.
Elytraria bissei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elytraria bissei?
Elytraria bissei
What is the common name of Elytraria bissei?
Bissei
What is the natural habitat of Elytraria bissei?
Tropical and subtropical moist forests
Species in the Elytraria genus
Elytraria acaulis, Elytraria bissei, Elytraria bromoides, Elytraria carolinensis, Elytraria cubana, Elytraria filicaulis, Elytraria imbricata, Elytraria ivorensis, Elytraria klugii, Elytraria macrophylla, Elytraria madagascariensis, Elytraria marginata, Elytraria maritima, Elytraria mexicana, Elytraria minor, Elytraria nodosa, Elytraria planifolia, Elytraria prolifera, Elytraria shaferi, Elytraria spathulifolia, Elytraria tuberosa, Elytraria serpens, Elytraria caroliniensis,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Helga Dietrich (1940-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Dietr.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.