Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
androstachyum
ID:
1325242

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.T.Wang, A.K.Monro & Y.G.Wei

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 147: 5 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337696

Common Names

  • Androstachys Elatostema
  • Elatostema
  • Elatostema Androstachyum

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Description

Elatostema androstachyum (also called Androstachy Elatostema, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a thick, fleshy stem and its leaves are lanceolate and serrated. It grows in moist meadows, along streams, and in moist woods.

Uses & Benefits

Elatostema androstachyum is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant smell and is often used in perfumes and cosmetics. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elatostema androstachyum has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elatostema androstachyum is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and can tolerate full sun. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Elatostema androstachyum

Elatostema androstachyum can be found in Thailand.

Elatostema androstachyum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elatostema androstachyum?

Elatostema androstachyum

What is the family of Elatostema androstachyum?

Urticaceae

What is the native range of Elatostema androstachyum?

Southeast Asia

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

Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.
Alex K. Monro (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.K.Monro' in the authors string.
Yi Gang Wei: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.G.Wei' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77134637-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.