Melianthus elongatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elongatus
ID:
1274636
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wijnands
Source:
tro
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Bot. Commelins : 146 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273974
Common Names
- Melianthus elongatus
- Elongatus Melianthus
- Elongatus Melianthus Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Melianthus elongatus (also called long-leaved melianthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb or subshrub that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia. It is found in open woods, thickets, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Melianthus elongatus is a popular ornamental plant. It is often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in erosion control projects and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Melianthus elongatus has small, white flowers that are followed by small, black berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Melianthus elongatus is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. To propagate from seeds, collect them when they are ripe and sow them on a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings from a healthy plant and place them in a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Melianthus elongatus
Melianthus elongatus can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Melianthus elongatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melianthus elongatus?
Melianthus elongatus
What is the common name of Melianthus elongatus?
Elongated Melianthus
Where is Melianthus elongatus native to?
South Africa
Species in the Melianthus genus
Species in the Francoaceae family
Balbisia calycina, Balbisia aphanifolia, Balbisia gracilis, Balbisia integrifolia, Balbisia meyeniana, Balbisia microphylla, Balbisia miniata, Balbisia peduncularis, Balbisia stitchkinii, Balbisia verticillata, Balbisia calycina, Bersama abyssinica, Bersama lucens, Bersama palustris, Bersama swinnyi, Bersama swynnertonii, Bersama tysoniana, Bersama yangambiensis, Francoa appendiculata, Greyia flanaganii, Greyia radlkoferi, Greyia sutherlandii, Melianthus comosus, Melianthus dregeanus, Melianthus major, Melianthus pectinatus, Melianthus villosus, Melianthus elongatus, Rhynchotheca spinosa, Viviania linostigma, Viviania ovata, Viviania tenuicaulis, Viviania elegans, Viviania marifolia,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50268600: Based on the initial data import
Onno Wijnands (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wijnands' in the authors string.