Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
micrantha
ID:
664325

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cambess.) A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 3: 390. 1940

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663657



Common Names

  • Elachyptera micrantha
  • Micrantha Elachyptera
  • Micrantha Elachyptera


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Synonyms

  • Hippocratea micrantha Cambess. [unknown]

Description

Elachyptera micrantha (also called Small-Flowered Elachyptera, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to Australia, and typically grows in forests and woodlands. It has small, ovate leaves, white flowers with small petals, and small, round, red fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Elachyptera micrantha 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 micrantha is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elachyptera micrantha 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 micrantha

Elachyptera micrantha is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Elachyptera micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elachyptera micrantha?

Elachyptera micrantha

What type of plant is Elachyptera micrantha?

It is a shrub or small tree.

What is the natural habitat of Elachyptera micrantha?

It is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2784972: Based on the initial data import
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
Jacques Cambessèdes (1799-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cambess.' in the authors string.