Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
elatior
ID:
386356

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) B.G.Briggs & L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Telopea 7: 371 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385688



Common Names

  • Dapsilanthus Elatior
  • Elatior Plant
  • Elatior Flower


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Synonyms

  • Leptocarpus elatior R.Br. [unknown]
  • Restio tropicus R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Dapsilanthus elatior (also called Tall Dapsilanthus, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to the tropical forests of South America. It has a thin, green stem and its leaves are small and oval-shaped. It grows in moist, shady areas and can survive in high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Dapsilanthus elatior is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover and for erosion control. Its leaves are used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dapsilanthus elatior has small yellow flowers with red centers and green seed pods that contain small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dapsilanthus elatior is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Dapsilanthus elatior

Dapsilanthus elatior is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats mountain range.

Dapsilanthus elatior FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dapsilanthus elatior?

Dapsilanthus elatior

What is the common name of Dapsilanthus elatior?

Tall Dapsilanthus

What type of plant is Dapsilanthus elatior?

Orchid

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Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-239179: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.