Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
unifoliatus
ID:
1279440

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thwaites) Thwaites

Source:
tro

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. 410 1864

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001278778

Common Names

  • Ellipanthus unifoliatus
  • Unifoliatus Ellipanthus
  • Unifoliatus Tree

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Description

Ellipanthus unifoliatus (also called Ellipanthus sp. 'Unifoliatus', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a spreading growth habit with small, oval-shaped leaves and grows best in a substrate of nutrient-rich soil. This plant is found in moist, shady areas in its native regions and prefers a warm, humid environment.

Uses & Benefits

Ellipanthus unifoliatus is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ellipanthus unifoliatus has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ellipanthus unifoliatus is a perennial shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Ellipanthus unifoliatus

Ellipanthus unifoliatus is a species of tree found in the tropical forests of India, Nepal, and Bangladesh.

Ellipanthus unifoliatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ellipanthus unifoliatus?

Ellipanthus unifoliatus

What is the common name of Ellipanthus unifoliatus?

One-leaved Ellipanthus

Where is Ellipanthus unifoliatus native to?

South America

Species in the Connaraceae family

Agelaea annobonensis, Agelaea baronii, Agelaea borneensis, Agelaea claessensii, Agelaea conraui, Agelaea gabonensis, Agelaea insignis, Agelaea macrophylla, Agelaea palmata, Agelaea paradoxa, Agelaea pentagyna, Agelaea poggeana, Agelaea rubiginosa, Agelaea trinervis, Burttia prunoides, Cnestidium bakerianum, Cnestidium froesii, Cnestidium guianense, Cnestidium rufescens, Cnestis bomiensis, Cnestis corniculata, Cnestis ferruginea, Cnestis macrantha, Cnestis macrophylla, Cnestis mannii, Cnestis mildbraedii, Cnestis palala, Cnestis polyphylla, Cnestis racemosa, Cnestis uncata, Cnestis urens, Cnestis yangambiensis, Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50300028: Based on the initial data import
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.