Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 38(6): 805. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000003898
Common Names
- Elatostema gyronanophyllum
- Gyronanophyllum Elatostema
- Gyronanophyllum Elatostema Plant
Description
Elatostema gyronanophyllum (also called Gyronanophyllum Elatostema, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with a creeping habit. It is native to China and is found in forests, thickets and along streams. It has alternate, ovate-lanceolate leaves with toothed margins and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Elatostema gyronanophyllum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make jams, jellies, and preserves.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elatostema gyronanophyllum has white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elatostema gyronanophyllum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. The soil mix should be kept moist but not wet. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Elatostema gyronanophyllum
Elatostema gyronanophyllum is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.
Elatostema gyronanophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elatostema gyronanophyllum?
Elatostema gyronanophyllum
What is the common name of Elatostema gyronanophyllum?
Gyronanophyllum Elatostema
What is the natural habitat of Elatostema gyronanophyllum?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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,