Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
chitralica
ID:
665764

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Hiroe) Kljuykov, Pimenov & V.N.Tikhom.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Byull. Moskovsk. Obshch. Isp. Prir., Otd. Biol. , n.s., 81(6): 93 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000665096



Common Names

  • Chitralica Elaeosticta
  • Chitralica Oliveberry
  • Chitralica Ash


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Synonyms

  • Scaligeria chitralica M.Hiroe [unknown]

Description

Elaeosticta chitralica (also called Chitral Elaeosticta, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree or shrub that is native to South Africa. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 6 m tall. Its leaves are leathery, dark green, and have a glossy sheen. It is found in forest margins, bushveld, and along streams in its native region.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeosticta chitralica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elaeosticta chitralica is a white, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeosticta chitralica is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 2-3 m. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Elaeosticta chitralica

Elaeosticta chitralica can be found in the Himalayas.

Elaeosticta chitralica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeosticta chitralica?

Elaeosticta chitralica

What is the common name of Elaeosticta chitralica?

Chitralica olive

What is the natural habitat of Elaeosticta chitralica?

Dry woodland and scrubland

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2786325: Based on the initial data import
Michael Georgievich Pimenov (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pimenov' in the authors string.
Vadim Nikolaevich Tijomirov (1932-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.N.Tikhom.' in the authors string.
Minosuke Hiroe (1914-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Hiroe' in the authors string.
Evgeniy Vasilyevich Kljuykov (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kljuykov' in the authors string.