Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
abangense
ID:
666093

Status:
valid

Authors:
Amshoff

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Blumea 6: 364 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000665425



Common Names

  • Abang Elatostema
  • Abang Waterwort
  • Abang Elatostema Waterwort


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Description

Elatostema abangense (also called Abang Elatostema, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and grows in moist, shady habitats. It is often found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Elatostema abangense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Elatostema abangense has small, white flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elatostema abangense is a small, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some shade and dry soil.

Where to Find Elatostema abangense

Elatostema abangense is native to Southeast Asia.

Elatostema abangense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elatostema abangense?

Elatostema abangense

What is the common name of Elatostema abangense?

Abang Waterwort

What is the natural habitat of Elatostema abangense?

It is found in shallow, still or slow-flowing waters, such as ponds, lakes, and streams

Species in the Elatostema genus

Elatostema binatum, Elatostema duyunense, Elatostema gyrocephalum, Elatostema hechiense, Elatostema microcarpum, Elatostema simplicissimum, Elatostema abangense, Elatostema acrophilum, Elatostema acuminatissimum, Elatostema acuminatum, Elatostema acuteserratum, Elatostema acutitepalum, Elatostema agusanense, Elatostema albopilosum, Elatostema aliferum, Elatostema alnifolium, Elatostema ambiguum, Elatostema angulosum, Elatostema angustatum, Elatostema angustifolium, Elatostema angustitepalum, Elatostema annulatum, Elatostema antonii, Elatostema apoense, Elatostema appendiculatum, Elatostema arcuans, Elatostema articulatum, Elatostema asterocephalum, Elatostema atropurpureum, Elatostema atroviride, Elatostema attenuatoides, Elatostema attenuatum, Elatostema auriculatifolium, Elatostema auriculatum, Elatostema baiseense, Elatostema balansae, Elatostema banahaense, Elatostema barbarufa, Elatostema barbatum, Elatostema baruringense, Elatostema basiandrum, Elatostema beccarii, Elatostema beibengense, Elatostema belense, Elatostema benguetense, Elatostema bidiense, Elatostema biglomeratum, Elatostema binerve, Elatostema blechnoides, Elatostema boehmerioides,

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

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