Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
ellipticum
ID:
267919

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schauer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1: 120 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267251



Common Names

  • Elliptic Pericalymma
  • Pericalymma ellipticum
  • Elliptic Pericalymma


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Synonyms

  • Billottia elliptica Sweet [unknown]

Description

Pericalymma ellipticum (also called 'Elliptic Pericalymma', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has a single trunk and a rounded crown, and its leaves are dark green and leathery. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pericalymma ellipticum is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for culinary and medicinal purposes. The leaves and flowers of the plant are used to make tea, which is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The leaves and flowers can also be used to make a syrup that is used to treat coughs and colds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pericalymma ellipticum var. ellipticum
Pericalymma ellipticum var. floridum (Schauer) Cranfield

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flower of Pericalymma ellipticum is white with yellow stamens. Seed: The seed of Pericalymma ellipticum is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Pericalymma ellipticum are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pericalymma ellipticum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pericalymma ellipticum

Pericalymma ellipticum is native to tropical South America, from Colombia to Bolivia.

Pericalymma ellipticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pericalymma ellipticum?

Pericalymma ellipticum

What is the family of Pericalymma ellipticum?

Gesneriaceae

What is the habitat of Pericalymma ellipticum?

Tropical forests

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

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