Elattostachys xylocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xylocarpa
ID:
666954
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-0000666286
Common Names
- Xylocarpa Elattostachys
- Elattostachys Xylocarpa
- Xylocarpa Elattostachy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Cupania bidwillii Benth. [unknown]
- Cupania xylocarpa A.Cunn. ex F.Muell. [unknown]
- Elattostachys bidwillii Radlk. [unknown]
Description
Elattostachys xylocarpa (also called Chinese Bamboo, among many other common names) is a species of bamboo native to China and Taiwan. It is a clumping bamboo with culms that can reach up to 8 m in height and 2.5 cm in diameter. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and is often found in forests, along roadsides, and in other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Elattostachys xylocarpa 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 xylocarpa 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 xylocarpa 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 xylocarpa
Elattostachys xylocarpa is native to tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Elattostachys xylocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elattostachys xylocarpa?
Elattostachys xylocarpa
What is the common name of Elattostachys xylocarpa?
No common name
Where is Elattostachys xylocarpa 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-2787468: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.