Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
platyphylla
ID:
665779

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Korovin) 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-0000665111



Common Names

  • Platyphylla Elaeosticta
  • Platyphylla Oliveberry
  • Platyphylla Ash


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Synonyms

  • Scaligeria platyphylla Korovin [unknown]

Description

Elaeosticta platyphylla (also called White-flowered Bush-cherry, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to South Africa. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 8 m tall. Its bark is grey and smooth. It prefers rocky outcrops and hillsides in its native region.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeosticta platyphylla is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. The leaves of the plant are used to make tea which is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Elaeosticta platyphylla are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaeosticta platyphylla is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 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 platyphylla

Elaeosticta platyphylla can be found in Central Asia.

Elaeosticta platyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeosticta platyphylla?

Elaeosticta platyphylla

What are the common names of Elaeosticta platyphylla?

Broad-leaved Elaeosticta

What is the natural habitat of Elaeosticta platyphylla?

Tropical rainforest

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-2786339: Based on the initial data import
Yevgeni Korovin (1891-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Korovin' in the authors string.
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.
Evgeniy Vasilyevich Kljuykov (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kljuykov' in the authors string.