Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Acta Biol. Venez. 4: 40 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000947973
Common Names
- Elaeagia multinervia
- Multinervia
- Elaeagia
Description
Elaeagia multinervia (also called Elaeagia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central America. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is characterized by its small, white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Elaeagia multinervia is a species of shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elaeagia multinervia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elaeagia multinervia is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Elaeagia multinervia
Elaeagia multinervia can be found in Colombia and Venezuela.
Species in the Elaeagia genus
Elaeagia alterniramosa,
Elaeagia arborea,
Elaeagia asperula,
Elaeagia auriculata,
Elaeagia barbata,
Elaeagia chiriquina,
Elaeagia cuatrecasasii,
Elaeagia cubensis,
Elaeagia ecuadorensis,
Elaeagia glossostipula,
Elaeagia grandis,
Elaeagia karstenii,
Elaeagia laxiflora,
Elaeagia magniflora,
Elaeagia maguirei,
Elaeagia mariae,
Elaeagia microcarpa,
Elaeagia multinervia,
Elaeagia myriantha,
Elaeagia nitidifolia,
Elaeagia pastoensis,
Elaeagia ruizteranii,
Elaeagia utilis,
Elaeagia coriacea,
Elaeagia pacisnascis,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,