Elytraria bromoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bromoides
ID:
667381
Status:
valid
Authors:
Oerst.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn 1854: 115 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666713
Common Names
- Bromoides Elytraria
- Bromoides Elytraria Plant
- Bromoides Elytraria Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Elytraria bromoides (also called Elytraria bromoides, 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 bromoides 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 bromoides has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Elytraria bromoides is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Elytraria bromoides
Elytraria bromoides is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.
Elytraria bromoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elytraria bromoides?
Elytraria bromoides
What is the common name of Elytraria bromoides?
Bromoides
What is the natural habitat of Elytraria bromoides?
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
Anders Sandøe Ørsted (1816-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oerst.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.