Rhynchotechum ellipticum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ellipticum
ID:
1230719
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wall. ex D.Dietr.) A.DC.
Source:
tro
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 9: 285 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001230057
Common Names
- Rhynchotechum ellipticum
- Elliptic Rhynchotechum
- Elliptic Rhynchotechum Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhynchotechum ellipticum (also called elliptic rhynchotechum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has small, white flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It grows in rocky, dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhynchotechum ellipticum is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhynchotechum ellipticum has white flowers with yellow stamens and a single seed per seedpod. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhynchotechum ellipticum is a perennial fern that grows in partial shade. It can be propagated by spores or division. When propagating by spores, collect the spores in late summer or early autumn and sow them in a well-drained soil. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Rhynchotechum ellipticum
Rhynchotechum ellipticum can be found in the Himalayas, India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Rhynchotechum ellipticum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhynchotechum ellipticum?
Rhynchotechum ellipticum
What is the common name of Rhynchotechum ellipticum?
Ellipticum Rhynchotechum
Where is Rhynchotechum ellipticum found?
It is native to the mountains of India and Nepal
Species in the Rhynchotechum genus
Rhynchotechum calycinum, Rhynchotechum alternifolium, Rhynchotechum angustifolium, Rhynchotechum brandisii, Rhynchotechum polycarpum, Rhynchotechum hispidum, Rhynchotechum parviflorum, Rhynchotechum eximium, Rhynchotechum permolle, Rhynchotechum discolor, Rhynchotechum formosanum, Rhynchotechum obovatum, Rhynchotechum vestitum, Rhynchotechum ellipticum, Rhynchotechum longipes, Rhynchotechum brevipedunculatum, Rhynchotechum burmanicum, Rhynchotechum gracile, Rhynchotechum hookeri, Rhynchotechum vietnamense,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50061478: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.
David Nathaniel Friedrich Dietrich (1799-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Dietr.' in the authors string.