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-0000666273
Common Names
- Incisa Elattostachys
- Elattostachys Incisa
- Incisa Elattostachy
Synonyms
- Cupania juliflora Pancher ex Guillaumin [unknown]
Description
Elattostachys incisa (also called Incised 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 incisa 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 incisa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elattostachys incisa 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 incisa
Elattostachys incisa can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.
Elattostachys incisa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elattostachys incisa?
Elattostachys incisa
What is the common name of Elattostachys incisa?
No common name
Where is Elattostachys incisa found?
It is found in New Guinea
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