Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
eligulatum
ID:
1265474

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Perrier) Bard.-Vauc.

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 23: 315 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264812



Common Names

  • Nectaropetalum Eligulatum
  • Eligulate Nectaropetalum
  • Eligulate Nectaropetalum Tree


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Description

Nectaropetalum eligulatum (also called Eligulate Nectaropetalum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is a shrub with evergreen leaves, and its flowers are white in color. It is native to Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Nectaropetalum eligulatum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Nectaropetalum eligulatum are small, yellow, and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nectaropetalum eligulatum is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun to partial shade and watered regularly.

Where to Find Nectaropetalum eligulatum

Nectaropetalum eligulatum is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Nectaropetalum eligulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nectaropetalum eligulatum?

Nectaropetalum eligulatum

What is the common name of Nectaropetalum eligulatum?

Elegant Nectaropetalum

What is the natural habitat of Nectaropetalum eligulatum?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Erythroxylaceae family

Aneulophus africanus, Aneulophus congoensis, Erythroxylum acrobeles, Erythroxylum acuminatum, Erythroxylum acutum, Erythroxylum affine, Erythroxylum alaternifolium, Erythroxylum amazonicum, Erythroxylum amplifolium, Erythroxylum amplum, Erythroxylum ampullaceum, Erythroxylum anceps, Erythroxylum andrei, Erythroxylum anguifugum, Erythroxylum annamense, Erythroxylum apiculatum, Erythroxylum areolatum, Erythroxylum argentinum, Erythroxylum armatum, Erythroxylum arrojadoi, Erythroxylum australe, Erythroxylum badium, Erythroxylum banaoense, Erythroxylum bangii, Erythroxylum baracoense, Erythroxylum barbatum, Erythroxylum bequaertii, Erythroxylum betulaceum, Erythroxylum bezerrae, Erythroxylum bicolor, Erythroxylum boinense, Erythroxylum boivinianum, Erythroxylum bradeanum, Erythroxylum brennae, Erythroxylum brevipes, Erythroxylum buxifolium, Erythroxylum buxus, Erythroxylum caatingae, Erythroxylum cambodianum, Erythroxylum campestre, Erythroxylum campinense, Erythroxylum capitatum, Erythroxylum carthagenense, Erythroxylum cassinoides, Erythroxylum cataractarum, Erythroxylum catharinense, Erythroxylum cincinnatum, Erythroxylum citrifolium, Erythroxylum clarense, Erythroxylum coca,

References

Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
Martine Bardot-Vaucoulon (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bard.-Vauc.' in the authors string.