Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
renistipulata
ID:
667020

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burret

Source:
cmp

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 9: 630 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666352

Common Names

  • Eleutherostylis renistipulata
  • Renistipulata Eleutherostylis
  • Eleutherostylis renistipulata

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Description

Eleutherostylis renistipulata (also called Elephant's Foot, among many other common names) is a species of succulent native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with thick, fleshy leaves and stems that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and is often found in rocky outcrops and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Eleutherostylis renistipulata 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: Eleutherostylis renistipulata 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

Eleutherostylis renistipulata is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate drought conditions.

Where to Find Eleutherostylis renistipulata

Eleutherostylis renistipulata is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil.

Eleutherostylis renistipulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eleutherostylis renistipulata?

Eleutherostylis renistipulata

What type of plant is Eleutherostylis renistipulata?

It is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Eleutherostylis renistipulata?

It is native to Brazil

Species in the Eleutherostylis genus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2787561: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.