Status:
valid
Authors:
Jeomol & Sunojk.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 430(1): 34. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022260
Common Names
- Elatostema agasthyanum
- Agasthyanum Elatostema
- Agasthyanum Elatostema Plant
Description
Elatostema agasthyanum (also called Agasthyan's elatostema, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a woody stem and long, thin leaves. It grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Elatostema agasthyanum is a plant used in traditional Chinese medicine as a diuretic and to treat fever. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elatostema agasthyanum has small, yellow-green flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elatostema agasthyanum is a shrub native to South America and is cultivated for its ornamental value. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a warm, moist environment and the cuttings should be taken from the base of the plant and planted in a moist, well-draining soil.
Where to Find Elatostema agasthyanum
Elatostema agasthyanum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It can be found in moist, shaded areas, such as near streams and in forests.
Elatostema agasthyanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elatostema agasthyanum?
Elatostema agasthyanum
What type of plant is Elatostema agasthyanum?
Elatostema agasthyanum is a perennial herb.
Where does Elatostema agasthyanum grow?
Elatostema agasthyanum is native to India.
Species in the Elatostema genus
Elatostema binatum,
Elatostema duyunense,
Elatostema gyrocephalum,
Elatostema hechiense,
Elatostema microcarpum,
Elatostema simplicissimum,
Elatostema abangense,
Elatostema acrophilum,
Elatostema acuminatissimum,
Elatostema acuminatum,
Elatostema acuteserratum,
Elatostema acutitepalum,
Elatostema agusanense,
Elatostema albopilosum,
Elatostema aliferum,
Elatostema alnifolium,
Elatostema ambiguum,
Elatostema angulosum,
Elatostema angustatum,
Elatostema angustifolium,
Elatostema angustitepalum,
Elatostema annulatum,
Elatostema antonii,
Elatostema apoense,
Elatostema appendiculatum,
Elatostema arcuans,
Elatostema articulatum,
Elatostema asterocephalum,
Elatostema atropurpureum,
Elatostema atroviride,
Elatostema attenuatoides,
Elatostema attenuatum,
Elatostema auriculatifolium,
Elatostema auriculatum,
Elatostema baiseense,
Elatostema balansae,
Elatostema banahaense,
Elatostema barbarufa,
Elatostema barbatum,
Elatostema baruringense,
Elatostema basiandrum,
Elatostema beccarii,
Elatostema beibengense,
Elatostema belense,
Elatostema benguetense,
Elatostema bidiense,
Elatostema biglomeratum,
Elatostema binerve,
Elatostema blechnoides,
Elatostema boehmerioides,
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata,
Astrothalamus reticulatus,
Australina flaccida,
Australina pusilla,
Australina pusilla,
Boehmeria aspera,
Boehmeria balslevii,
Boehmeria beyeri,
Boehmeria brevirostris,
Boehmeria bullata,
Boehmeria burgeriana,
Boehmeria caudata,
Boehmeria celtidifolia,
Boehmeria clidemioides,
Boehmeria conica,
Boehmeria cylindrica,
Boehmeria densiflora,
Boehmeria depauperata,
Boehmeria didymogyne,
Boehmeria dura,
Boehmeria egregia,
Boehmeria excelsa,
Boehmeria grandis,
Boehmeria hamiltoniana,
Boehmeria helferi,
Boehmeria heterophylla,
Boehmeria holosericea,
Boehmeria japonica,
Boehmeria kiusiana,
Boehmeria kurzii,
Boehmeria lanceolata,
Boehmeria martii,
Boehmeria multiflora,
Boehmeria nakashimae,
Boehmeria nivea,
Boehmeria ourantha,
Boehmeria pavonii,
Boehmeria penduliflora,
Boehmeria pilosiuscula,
Boehmeria platanifolia,
Boehmeria polystachya,
Boehmeria radiata,
Boehmeria ramiflora,
Boehmeria repens,
Boehmeria rugosissima,
Boehmeria siamensis,
Boehmeria sieboldiana,
Boehmeria spicigera,
Boehmeria splitgerbera,
Boehmeria ternifolia,