Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
longibracteatum
ID:
666448

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.T.Wang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 2(1): 6 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000665780



Common Names

  • Longibracteatum Elatostema
  • Longibracteatum Stem Elatostema
  • Elatostema Longibracteatum


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Description

Elatostema longibracteatum (also called Long-Bracted Elatostema, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Philippines. It has long, narrow leaves that are usually green in color. It grows in moist, shady areas in forests and along streams, and can be found in lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Elatostema longibracteatum 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Elatostema longibracteatum var. glabricaule W.T.Wang
Elatostema longibracteatum var. longibracteatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elatostema longibracteatum is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elatostema longibracteatum is a herbaceous perennial that is native to tropical Asia. It can be grown outdoors in USDA zones 9-11, or in a container indoors in cooler climates. It prefers a moist, well-draining soil in a partially shady location. Propagate by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid location until germination occurs.

Where to Find Elatostema longibracteatum

Elatostema longibracteatum is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Elatostema longibracteatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elatostema longibracteatum?

Elatostema longibracteatum

What is the common name of Elatostema longibracteatum?

Longibracteatum Elatostema

What is the natural habitat of Elatostema longibracteatum?

Elatostema longibracteatum is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, China, and Southeast Asia

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,

References

Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:899768-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.