Elattostachys rubrofructus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubrofructus
ID:
666948
Status:
valid
Authors:
Adema
Source:
cmp
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Blumea 36: 547 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666280
Common Names
- Rubrofructus Elattostachys
- Elattostachys Rubrofructus
- Rubrofructus Elattostachy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Elattostachys rubrofructus (also called Elattostachys rubrofructus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree, growing up to 5m tall. It is native to the Solomon Islands and grows in lowland rainforest and montane forest.
Uses & Benefits
Elattostachys rubrofructus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. It is drought tolerant and can be used to create a low-maintenance garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elattostachys rubrofructus 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Elattostachys rubrofructus 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 rubrofructus
Elattostachys rubrofructus is native to tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Elattostachys rubrofructus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elattostachys rubrofructus?
Elattostachys rubrofructus
What is the common name of Elattostachys rubrofructus?
No common name
Where is Elattostachys rubrofructus 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
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2787462: Based on the initial data import
Frederick Arnold Constantin Basil Adema (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Adema' in the authors string.