Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elliptica
ID:
218425

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alain

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Contr. Ocas. Mus. Hist. Nat. Colegio "De La Salle" 17: 4 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217754

Common Names

  • Isidorea elliptica
  • Elliptic Isidorea
  • Elliptic Isidorea Plant

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Description

Isidorea elliptica (also called Elliptica Isidorea, among many other common names) is a small shrub found in the Caribbean, Central and South America. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is commonly found in dry forests, scrublands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Isidorea elliptica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isidorea elliptica has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, lance-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isidorea elliptica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, sandy soil and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Isidorea elliptica

Isidorea elliptica is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Isidorea elliptica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isidorea elliptica?

Isidorea elliptica

What is the common name of Isidorea elliptica?

Elliptic Isidorea

What is the natural habitat of Isidorea elliptica?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,

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