Andromeda elliptica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
Siebold & Zucc.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
Abh. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. 4(3): 126 (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534163
Common Names
- Andromeda elliptica
- Elliptic-Leaved Andromeda
- Elliptic Bog Rosemary
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Andromeda elliptica (also called Bog Rosemary, among many other common names) is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It has leathery, elliptic leaves and small, urn-shaped white or pink flowers. It grows in bogs, swamps, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Andromeda elliptica is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant, evergreen foliage and produces white flowers in spring. It is also used in landscaping as a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant shrub.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Andromeda elliptica has white, bell-shaped flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with short, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Andromeda elliptica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a cold frame or greenhouse. It can be grown in any well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
Where to Find Andromeda elliptica
Andromeda elliptica can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Andromeda elliptica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Andromeda elliptica?
Andromeda elliptica
What are the common names of Andromeda elliptica?
Elliptic Bog Rosemary, Elliptic Rosemary
What are the uses of Andromeda elliptica?
It is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.
Species in the Andromeda genus
Andromeda axillaris, Andromeda condida, Andromeda coriifolia, Andromeda corymbosa, Andromeda crassifolia, Andromeda crassifolia, Andromeda cubensis, Andromeda davisiae, Andromeda dealbata, Andromeda elliptica, Andromeda eucalyptoides, Andromeda fasciculata, Andromeda floribunda, Andromeda fontanesiana, Andromeda formosa, Andromeda formosissima, Andromeda glandulosa, Andromeda glauca, Andromeda glaucophylla, Andromeda grandiflora, Andromeda grandiflora, Andromeda hahniana, Andromeda humilis, Andromeda hypnoides, Andromeda jamaicensis, Andromeda jamesiana, Andromeda japonica, Andromeda kalmiifolia, Andromeda lacustris, Andromeda lanceolata, Andromeda lanceolata, Andromeda lanceolata, Andromeda latifolia, Andromeda laurina, Andromeda leschenaultii, Andromeda littoralis, Andromeda lobbii, Andromeda longepetiolata, Andromeda longifolia, Andromeda lucida, Andromeda marginata, Andromeda mariana, Andromeda meriifolia, Andromeda mexicana, Andromeda montana, Andromeda multiflora, Andromeda myrsinites, Andromeda myrtifolia, Andromeda nereifolia, Andromeda nummularia,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.
Philipp Franz von Siebold (1796-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siebold' in the authors string.