Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
eburnea
ID:
666985

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby & Krukoff

Source:
cmp

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Lloydia 37: 28 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666317



Common Names

  • Eburnea Elephantomene
  • Elephantomene Eburnea
  • Eburnea Elephantomene


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Synonyms

  • Cionomene javariensis Krukoff [unknown]

Description

Elephantomene eburnea (also called Elephant's Foot, among many other common names) is a species of succulent native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with thick, fleshy leaves and stems that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and is often found in rocky outcrops and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Elephantomene eburnea is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elephantomene eburnea is a white, bell-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epilobium howellii is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Elephantomene eburnea

Elephantomene eburnea is native to tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Elephantomene eburnea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epacris densiflora?

Epacris densiflora

What type of plant is Epacris densiflora?

Epacris densiflora is a shrub

Where is Epacris densiflora found?

Epacris densiflora is found in Australia

Species in the Elephantomene genus

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2787509: Based on the initial data import
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Boris Alexander Krukoff (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krukoff' in the authors string.