Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
elata
ID:
1327864

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ducke) Sothers & Prance

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 172: 186 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340318



Common Names

  • Gaulettia elata
  • Elata gaulettia
  • Elata's gaulettia


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Description

Gaulettia elata (also called Elate gaulettia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub native to Venezuela. It has small, glossy green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Gaulettia elata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaulettia elata has small white flowers with five petals and a long, thin pistil. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaulettia elata is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune regularly to maintain the desired shape.

Where to Find Gaulettia elata

Gaulettia elata can be found in the Caribbean region, including Cuba, Hispaniola, and Jamaica.

Gaulettia elata FAQ

What are the common names of Gaulettia elata?

Gaulettia elata is commonly known as Elate Gaulettia.

What is the habitat of Gaulettia elata?

Gaulettia elata is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

What are the characteristics of Gaulettia elata?

Gaulettia elata is a small tree that grows up to 10 meters in height and has rough, scaly bark.

Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family

Acioa edulis, Acioa guianensis, Acioa schultesii, Acioa somnolens, Acioa longipendula, Acioa dolichopoda, Afrolicania elaeosperma, Angelesia splendens, Angelesia fusicarpa, Angelesia palawanensis, Atuna cordata, Atuna elliptica, Atuna excelsa, Atuna indica, Atuna latifrons, Atuna nannodes, Atuna penangiana, Atuna travancorica, Bafodeya benna, Chrysobalanus cuspidatus, Chrysobalanus icaco, Chrysobalanus prancei, Couepia belemii, Couepia bernardii, Couepia bondarii, Couepia bracteosa, Couepia canomensis, Couepia carautae, Couepia caryophylloides, Couepia cataractae, Couepia chrysocalyx, Couepia cidiana, Couepia coarctata, Couepia comosa, Couepia eriantha, Couepia excelsa, Couepia exflexa, Couepia froesii, Couepia glabra, Couepia grandiflora, Couepia guianensis, Couepia habrantha, Couepia hondurasensis, Couepia impressa, Couepia insignis, Couepia joaquinae, Couepia krukovii, Couepia latifolia, Couepia leitaofilhoi, Couepia longipetiolata,

References

Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.
Cynthia Sothers (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sothers' in the authors string.