Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang & Y.G.Wei
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 48: 93 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748461
Common Names
- Bamaense Elatostema
- Bamaense Elatostemataceae
- Bamaense Elatostematales
Description
Elatostema bamaense (also called Bama Elatostema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family, Urticaceae. It is native to China. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Elatostema bamaense is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ingredient in some herbal teas and as a dietary supplement.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elatostema bamaense is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have two leaflets.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elatostema bamaense can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with a few roots and some leaves. The sections should be replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Elatostema bamaense
Elatostema bamaense can be found in China.
Elatostema bamaense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elatostema bamaense?
Elatostema bamaense
What is the common name of Elatostema bamaense?
Bama Elatostema
What is the natural habitat of Elatostema bamaense?
Tropical rainforests in 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,
References
Yi Gang Wei: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.G.Wei' in the authors string.