Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gagnep.) Y.H.Tseng & A.K.Monro
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
PeerJ 7(e6188): 18. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000032086
Description
Elatostema cochinchinense (also called 'Cochinchin Elatostema', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to China and is found in temperate regions in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Elatostema cochinchinense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elatostema cochinchinense has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elatostema cochinchinense can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer in the spring.
Where to Find Elatostema cochinchinense
Elatostema cochinchinense is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, and Yunnan.
Elatostema cochinchinense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elatostema cochinchinense?
Elatostema cochinchinense
What is the natural habitat of Elatostema cochinchinense?
Elatostema cochinchinense is found in moist forests in China.
What are the common uses of Elatostema cochinchinense?
Elatostema cochinchinense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.
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,