Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paniculata
ID:
667072

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Siebold & Zucc.) Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2: 598 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666404

Common Names

  • Elliottia paniculata
  • Paniculata Elliottia
  • Elliottia paniculata

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Synonyms

  • Tripetaleia yakusimensis Nakai [valid]
  • Tripetaleia paniculata albiflora Y.Kimura [valid]
  • Tripetaleia paniculata Siebold & Zucc. [valid]
  • Elliottia paniculata albiflora (Y.Kimura) Yonek. [valid]

Description

Elliottia paniculata (also called Elliottia paniculata, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Ericaceae. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1m tall. It is native to the Solomon Islands and grows in lowland rainforest and montane forest.

Uses & Benefits

Elliottia paniculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Elliottia paniculata has small, white flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elliottia paniculata is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is native to East Asia and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Elliottia paniculata

Elliottia paniculata is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Elliottia paniculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elliottia paniculata?

Elliottia paniculata

What type of plant is Elliottia paniculata?

It is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Elliottia paniculata?

It is native to Brazil

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
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.