Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sw.) Commock & K.Wurdack
Source:
ipni
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 22: 137 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330905
Common Names
- Dendrocousinsia Elliptica
- Elliptica Dendrocousinsia
- Elliptic Dendrocousinsia
Description
Dendrocousinsia elliptica (also called Elliptic Dendrocousinsia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and is often found growing in the understory.
Uses & Benefits
Dendrocousinsia elliptica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dendrocousinsia elliptica has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single root.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dendrocousinsia elliptica is a perennial herb that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Dendrocousinsia elliptica
Dendrocousinsia elliptica is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Dendrocousinsia elliptica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dendrocousinsia elliptica?
Dendrocousinsia elliptica
What is the common name of Dendrocousinsia elliptica?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Dendrocousinsia elliptica?
Tropical forests
Species in the Dendrocousinsia genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
Kenneth J. Wurdack: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Wurdack' in the authors string.
Tracy Commock: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Commock' in the authors string.