Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rech.f.) Salmaki
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 300: 966 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339235
Common Names
- Maleolens Eriophyton
- Maleolens Plant
- Maleolens Mite
Description
Eriophyton maleolens (also called 'Maleolens Eriophyton', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It is a small shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical forests and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Eriophyton maleolens is used as a source of timber, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of gum.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eriophyton maleolens has small, white flowers with yellow-green stripes. The flowers are borne in a dense, globular inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, ovate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriophyton maleolens is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in well-drained, moist soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and can be grown in containers. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Eriophyton maleolens
Eriophyton maleolens can be found in the Middle East, including Yemen, Oman, and Saudi Arabia.
Eriophyton maleolens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriophyton maleolens?
Eriophyton maleolens
What type of plant is Eriophyton maleolens?
Eriophyton maleolens is a shrub.
Where is Eriophyton maleolens native to?
Eriophyton maleolens is native to South America.
Species in the Eriophyton genus
Eriophyton sunhangii,
Eriophyton tuberosum,
Eriophyton staintonii,
Eriophyton rhomboideum,
Eriophyton nepalense,
Eriophyton wallichii,
Eriophyton lamiiflorum,
Eriophyton maleolens,
Eriophyton marrubioides,
Eriophyton oblongatum,
Eriophyton tibeticum,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
Y. Salmaki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salmaki' in the authors string.