Status:
valid
Authors:
Reinecke
Source:
cmp
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 25: 623 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000665623
Common Names
- Elatostema funkii
- Funk's Elatostema
- Funk's Umbrella Plant
Description
Elatostema funkii (also called Elatostema funki, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to South East Asia. It has small, ovate leaves and grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Elatostema funkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to make herbal teas and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elatostema funkii has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elatostema funkii is a perennial herb native to tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept consistently moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Elatostema funkii
Elatostema funkii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Elatostema funkii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elatostema funkii?
Elatostema funkii
What is the family of Elatostema funkii?
Urticaceae
Where is Elatostema funkii found?
Elatostema funkii is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
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,