Cerradicola elliptica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elliptica
ID:
1515225
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Desv.) L.P.Queiroz
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Neodiversity13(1): 85 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002848
Common Names
- Cerradicola elliptica
- Elliptica Cerradicola
- Cerradicola Elliptica
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cerradicola elliptica (also called Cerradicola-elíptica, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 6 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate with entire margins. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are globose and red. It is found in humid forests, in areas with high rainfall.
Uses & Benefits
Cerradicola elliptica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is used in furniture making and for firewood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cerradicola elliptica are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round in shape. The seedlings are thin and have two cotyledons.
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Cerradicola elliptica is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers well-drained soils with a pH between 6.5 and 7.5. It is best to sow the seeds in a sunny location and keep the soil moist until germination. Once established, Cerradicola elliptica is relatively drought tolerant and can tolerate occasional flooding.
Where to Find Cerradicola elliptica
Cerradicola elliptica can be found in the Cerrado region of Brazil.
Cerradicola elliptica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cerradicola elliptica?
Cerradicola elliptica
What is the family of Cerradicola elliptica?
Asteraceae
Where is Cerradicola elliptica found?
Brazil
Species in the Cerradicola genus
Cerradicola praeandina, Cerradicola longifolia, Cerradicola diversifolia, Cerradicola peduncularis, Cerradicola nana, Cerradicola lamprophylla, Cerradicola irwinii, Cerradicola heringeri, Cerradicola grewiifolia, Cerradicola eriosematoides, Cerradicola elliptica, Cerradicola bullata, Cerradicola boavista, Cerradicola aurea, Cerradicola decumbens, Cerradicola rotundifolia,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Legume Data Portal link for: Cerradicola elliptica (Desv.) L.P.Queiroz: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.