Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Guihaia 32: 429 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334228
Common Names
- Elatostema Angustibracteum
- Angustibracteum Elatostema
- Angustibracteum Elatostema
Description
Elatostema angustibracteum (also called Angustibracteum Elatostema, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to China. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in rocky and sandy soils in semi-desert and desert regions.
Uses & Benefits
Elatostema angustibracteum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elatostema angustibracteum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a short, stout stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elatostema angustibracteum is a perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Elatostema angustibracteum
Elatostema angustibracteum is native to China and can be found in the Yunnan province.
Elatostema angustibracteum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elatostema angustibracteum?
Elatostema angustibracteum
What is the common name of Elatostema angustibracteum?
Narrow-bracted Elatostema
Where is Elatostema angustibracteum native to?
China
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,