Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
elaeagnoides
ID:
1334094

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Swelank. & J.C.Manning

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 106: 50 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346548



Common Names

  • Hilliardiella elaeagnoides
  • Elaeagnoides Hilliardiella
  • Elaeagnoides' Hilliardiella


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Description

Hilliardiella elaeagnoides (also called Elaeagnus-like Hilliardiella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is found in the mountains of Central America. It grows in moist, shady areas in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hilliardiella elaeagnoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural air freshener in homes. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hilliardiella elaeagnoides is a small, white or yellowish-white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard, and oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hilliardiella elaeagnoides can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Hilliardiella elaeagnoides

Hilliardiella elaeagnoides can be found in the Canary Islands, in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Hilliardiella elaeagnoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hilliardiella elaeagnoides?

Hilliardiella elaeagnoides

What is the common name of Hilliardiella elaeagnoides?

Elephant's Foot

What is the natural habitat of Hilliardiella elaeagnoides?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.
Nonkululeko Swelankomo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swelank.' in the authors string.