Wallenia elliptica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elliptica
ID:
418633
Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 6: 30 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000417965
Common Names
- Wallenia elliptica
- Elliptic Wallenia
- Wallenia
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- Wallenia grisebachii Mez [unknown]
Description
Wallenia elliptica (also called Wallenia elliptica, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and lanceolate leaves. It grows in dry and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Wallenia elliptica is a species of shrub native to South Africa. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, pain, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Wallenia elliptica has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Wallenia elliptica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Wallenia elliptica
Wallenia elliptica is native to South Africa and can be found in wetland areas.
Wallenia elliptica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Wallenia elliptica?
Wallenia elliptica
What is the common name of Wallenia elliptica?
Elliptical Wallenia
What is the natural habitat of Wallenia elliptica?
Open woodlands and grasslands
Species in the Wallenia genus
Wallenia ilicifolia, Wallenia discolor, Wallenia apiculata, Wallenia aquifolia, Wallenia calyptrata, Wallenia crassifolia, Wallenia ekmanii, Wallenia elliptica, Wallenia erythrocarpa, Wallenia fawcettii, Wallenia formonensis, Wallenia gracilis, Wallenia hughsonii, Wallenia corymbosa, Wallenia punctulata, Wallenia purdieana, Wallenia sylvestris, Wallenia urbaniana, Wallenia lepperi, Wallenia yunquensis, Wallenia laurifolia, Wallenia venosa, Wallenia subverticillata, Wallenia bumelioides, Wallenia clusioides, Wallenia jacquinioides, Wallenia lamarckiana, Wallenia xylosteoides,
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,
References
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:267660-2: Based on the initial data import