Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
haitiensis
ID:
89688

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Krug & Urb.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 69 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089017



Common Names

  • Elekmania Haitiensis
  • Haitiensis Elekmania
  • Elekmania


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Description

Elekmania haitiensis (also called Haitian Elekmania, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Haiti. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It grows in open woodlands, dry grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Elekmania haitiensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elekmania haitiensis is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elekmania haitiensis is a perennial herb native to Haiti. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Elekmania haitiensis

Elekmania haitiensis is native to Hispaniola. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes. It can be found in countries such as Haiti and the Dominican Republic.

Elekmania haitiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elekmania haitiensis?

Elekmania haitiensis

What is the common name of Elekmania haitiensis?

Haitian Elekmania

What is the natural habitat of Elekmania haitiensis?

Dry open grasslands

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-45341: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Karl Wilhelm Leopold Krug (1833-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krug' in the authors string.