Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
polycarpa
ID:
665781

Status:
valid

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

Source:
cmp

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Byull. Moskovsk. Obshch. Isp. Prir., Otd. Biol. , n.s., 83(6): 106 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000665113



Common Names

  • Polycarpa Elaeosticta
  • Polycarpa Oliveberry
  • Polycarpa Ash


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Synonyms

  • Scaligeria takharensis Podlech [unknown]
  • Scaligeria polycarpa Korovin [unknown]

Description

Elaeosticta polycarpa (also called 'Many-fruited Elaeosticta', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia and the Caucasus. It grows in sandy and rocky soils, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Elaeosticta polycarpa 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 polycarpa 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 polycarpa 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 polycarpa

Elaeosticta polycarpa can be found in Central Asia.

Elaeosticta polycarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaeosticta polycarpa?

Elaeosticta polycarpa

What are the common names of Elaeosticta polycarpa?

Many-fruited Elaeosticta

What is the natural habitat of Elaeosticta polycarpa?

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-2786340: 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.