Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
ambiguum
ID:
666106

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wedd.) Hallier f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Ann. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg 13: 316 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000665438

Common Names

  • Elatostema ambiguum
  • Ambiguous Elatostema
  • Ambiguous Bladderweed

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Description

Elatostema ambiguum (also called Ambiguous Elatostema, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and grows in moist, shady habitats. It is often found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Elatostema ambiguum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Elatostema ambiguum has small, white flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elatostema ambiguum is a small, perennial herb native to Southeast Asia. It is easily propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can tolerate short periods of drought. It is best grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Elatostema ambiguum

Elatostema ambiguum is native to Southeast Asia.

Elatostema ambiguum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elatostema ambiguum?

Elatostema ambiguum

What is the common name of Elatostema ambiguum?

Unknown

What is the family of Elatostema ambiguum?

Urticaceae

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,

References

Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.
Johannes Gottfried Hallier (1868-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hallier f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:851740-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.