Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
calophyllus
ID:
667079

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kurz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 41: 305 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666411



Common Names

  • Ellipanthus calophyllus
  • Calophyllus Ellipanthus
  • Ellipanthus calophyllus


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Description

Ellipanthus calophyllus (also called Ellipanthus calophyllus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree, growing up to 5m tall. It is native to the Solomon Islands and grows in lowland rainforest and montane forest.

Uses & Benefits

Ellipanthus calophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Ellipanthus calophyllus has small, white flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ellipanthus calophyllus is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Ellipanthus calophyllus

Ellipanthus calophyllus is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Ellipanthus calophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ellipanthus calophyllus?

Ellipanthus calophyllus

What is the family of Ellipanthus calophyllus?

Acanthaceae

Where is Ellipanthus calophyllus native to?

Sri Lanka

Species in the Connaraceae family

Agelaea annobonensis, Agelaea baronii, Agelaea borneensis, Agelaea claessensii, Agelaea conraui, Agelaea gabonensis, Agelaea insignis, Agelaea macrophylla, Agelaea palmata, Agelaea paradoxa, Agelaea pentagyna, Agelaea poggeana, Agelaea rubiginosa, Agelaea trinervis, Burttia prunoides, Cnestidium bakerianum, Cnestidium froesii, Cnestidium guianense, Cnestidium rufescens, Cnestis bomiensis, Cnestis corniculata, Cnestis ferruginea, Cnestis macrantha, Cnestis macrophylla, Cnestis mannii, Cnestis mildbraedii, Cnestis palala, Cnestis polyphylla, Cnestis racemosa, Cnestis uncata, Cnestis urens, Cnestis yangambiensis, Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis,

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