Status:
valid
Authors:
Lombardi
Source:
cmp
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 57: 483 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663652
Common Names
- Elachyptera coriacea
- Coriacea Elachyptera
- Coriacea Elachyptera
Description
Elachyptera coriacea (also called Leathery Elachyptera, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown and a grey-brown bark. It is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar, and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Elachyptera coriacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used in areas with poor soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elachyptera coriacea is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elachyptera coriacea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Elachyptera coriacea
Elachyptera coriacea is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Elachyptera coriacea FAQ
What is the common name of Elachyptera coriacea?
Coriaceous elachyptera
What is the natural habitat of Elachyptera coriacea?
Lowland rainforest
What is the average height of Elachyptera coriacea?
2-3 meters
Species in the Elachyptera genus
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus,
Allocassine laurifolia,
Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,