Elattostachys apetala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
apetala
ID:
666933
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 9: 502 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666265
Common Names
- Apetala Elattostachys
- Elattostachys Apetala
- Apetala Elattostachy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Matayba falcata T.Durand ex Drake. [unknown]
- Ratonia falcata Seem. [unknown]
- Cupania apetala Labill. [unknown]
- Cupania falcata A.Gray [unknown]
- Cupania vitiensis Seem. [unknown]
- Elattostachys falcata (A.Gray) Radlk. [unknown]
- Elattostachys vitiensis Radlk. [unknown]
Description
Elattostachys apetala (also called Apetalous Elattostachys, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with an erect stem and a creeping rhizome. It is native to China and is found in forests, hillsides, and valleys. It has long, lanceolate leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Elattostachys apetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and is easy to care for.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elattostachys apetala is white and tubular, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Elattostachys apetala is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial herbaceous plant. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Elattostachys apetala
Elattostachys apetala can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.
Elattostachys apetala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elattostachys apetala?
Elattostachys apetala
What is the family of Elattostachys apetala?
Urticaceae
What is the distribution of Elattostachys apetala?
China, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam
Species in the Elattostachys genus
Elattostachys aiyurensis, Elattostachys angulosa, Elattostachys apetala, Elattostachys dzumacensis, Elattostachys erythrocarpa, Elattostachys globosa, Elattostachys goropuensis, Elattostachys incisa, Elattostachys megalantha, Elattostachys microcarpa, Elattostachys nervosa, Elattostachys obliquinervis, Elattostachys palauensis, Elattostachys rubrofructus, Elattostachys solomonensis, Elattostachys tetraporandra, Elattostachys venosus, Elattostachys verrucosa, Elattostachys xylocarpa, Elattostachys zippeliana,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2787448: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.