Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Species:
elliptica
ID:
1265863

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
tro

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16(2): 664 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265201



Common Names

  • Elliptic Mollinedia
  • Elliptic Plant
  • Elliptic Flower


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Description

Mollinedia elliptica (also called 'Elliptic Mollinedia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India and Southeast Asia, and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mollinedia elliptica is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source and as a dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mollinedia elliptica has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, with a glossy surface. The seedlings are small and green, with two cotyledons and a single true leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mollinedia elliptica is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Mollinedia elliptica

Mollinedia elliptica is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Mollinedia elliptica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mollinedia elliptica?

Mollinedia elliptica

What is the common name of Mollinedia elliptica?

Elliptical mollinedia

What is the natural habitat of Mollinedia elliptica?

Mixed evergreen and deciduous forests

Species in the Mollinedia genus

Mollinedia viridiflora, Mollinedia tomentosa, Mollinedia costaricensis, Mollinedia corcovadensis, Mollinedia hatschbachii, Mollinedia butleriana, Mollinedia boracensis, Mollinedia glaziovii, Mollinedia eugeniifolia, Mollinedia ovata, Mollinedia myriantha, Mollinedia marliae, Mollinedia repanda, Mollinedia longicuspidata, Mollinedia killipii, Mollinedia humboldtiana, Mollinedia maxima, Mollinedia argyrogyna, Mollinedia boliviensis, Mollinedia calodonta, Mollinedia chrysolaena, Mollinedia clavigera, Mollinedia elegans, Mollinedia engleriana, Mollinedia floribunda, Mollinedia fruticulosa, Mollinedia gilgiana, Mollinedia glabra, Mollinedia heteranthera, Mollinedia howeana, Mollinedia lamprophylla, Mollinedia lanceolata, Mollinedia longifolia, Mollinedia lowtheriana, Mollinedia micrantha, Mollinedia oligantha, Mollinedia pachysandra, Mollinedia pfitzeriana, Mollinedia salicifolia, Mollinedia schottiana, Mollinedia steinbachiana, Mollinedia stenophylla, Mollinedia triflora, Mollinedia uleana, Mollinedia widgrenii, Mollinedia simulans, Mollinedia angustata, Mollinedia pallida, Mollinedia grazielae, Mollinedia oaxacana,

Species in the Monimiaceae family

Austromatthaea elegans, Carnegieodoxa eximia, Decarydendron helenae, Decarydendron lamii, Decarydendron perrieri, Decarydendron ranomafanense, Ephippiandra domatiata, Ephippiandra madagascariensis, Ephippiandra masoalensis, Ephippiandra microphylla, Ephippiandra myrtoidea, Ephippiandra perrieri, Ephippiandra tsaratanensis, Faika villosa, Grazielanthus arkeocarpus, Hedycarya alternifolia, Hedycarya angustifolia, Hedycarya aragoensis, Hedycarya arborea, Hedycarya badaunii, Hedycarya chrysophylla, Hedycarya cupulata, Hedycarya denticulata, Hedycarya dorstenioides, Hedycarya engleriana, Hedycarya erythrocarpa, Hedycarya loxocarya, Hedycarya neoebudica, Hedycarya parvifolia, Hedycarya perbracteolata, Hedycarya rivularis, Hedycarya symplocoides, Hedycarya baudouinii, Hemmantia webbii, Hennecartia omphalandra, Hortonia floribunda, Hortonia ovalifolia, Hortonia angustifolia, Kairoa suberosa, Kairoa endressiana, Kairoa villosa, Kairoa cromeana, Kibara royenii, Kibara roemeri, Kibara rosselensis, Kibara shungolensis, Kibara sleumeri, Kibara sudestensis, Kibara warenensis, Kibara versteeghii,