Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
elachyantha
ID:
1255445

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.D.Stevens

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Novon 10(3): 249. 2000 [12 Sep 2000]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254783

Common Names

  • Matelea Elachyantha
  • Elachyantha's Matelea
  • Elachyantha's Milkvine

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Description

Matelea elachyantha (also called Elachyanthous Matelea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Matelea elachyantha is used as a medicinal plant and as a source of food. It is also used in traditional ceremonies and rituals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Matelea elachyantha has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Matelea elachyantha is a perennial vine that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It should be fertilized regularly and kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Matelea elachyantha

Matelea elachyantha is native to Mexico and can be found growing in dry, tropical forests.

Matelea elachyantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Matelea elachyantha?

Matelea elachyantha

What is the common name of Matelea elachyantha?

Elachyanthous Matelea

What is the natural habitat of Matelea elachyantha?

It is native to Central America and northern South America.

Species in the Matelea genus

Matelea yanomamica, Matelea stenopetala, Matelea woodsonii, Matelea urophylla, Matelea sucrensis, Matelea tuerckheimii, Matelea virginiae, Matelea vaupesana, Matelea aspera, Matelea annulata, Matelea amazonica, Matelea alainii, Matelea abbreviata, Matelea ampiyacuensis, Matelea altamirana, Matelea bahiensis, Matelea capillacea, Matelea cardozoi, Matelea carmenaemiliae, Matelea carnevaliana, Matelea ceratopetala, Matelea bolivarensis, Matelea balbisii, Matelea constanzana, Matelea lourteigiae, Matelea magnifolia, Matelea manarae, Matelea marcoassisii, Matelea ochracea, Matelea obliqua, Matelea linearipetala, Matelea liesneri, Matelea holstii, Matelea johnstonii, Matelea kirkbridei, Matelea neblinae, Matelea matogrossensis, Matelea micrantha, Matelea serpens, Matelea suareziae, Matelea stergiosii, Matelea squiresii, Matelea planiflora, Matelea porphyrantha, Matelea pinguifolia, Matelea orthoneura, Matelea orthosioides, Matelea pedalis, Matelea rogersii, Matelea romeroi,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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