Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
colletii
ID:
667274

Status:
valid

Authors:
Danser

Source:
cmp

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 10: 313 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666606



Common Names

  • Collet's Elytranthe
  • Elytranthe Colletii
  • Collet's-leaved Elytranthe


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Description

Elytranthe colletii (also called Colletii, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It has white flowers and grows in humid forests and in areas with high rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Elytranthe colletii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Elytranthe colletii are white in color and have five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Elytranthe colletii: This plant is propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Elytranthe colletii

Elytranthe colletii is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Elytranthe colletii FAQ

What is the common name of Elytranthe colletii?

Collet's Elytranthe

What is the scientific name of Collet's Elytranthe?

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Lamiaceae

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

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