Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
kesselii
ID:
666394

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Schroet.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 83(2): 137 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000665726

Common Names

  • Elatostema Kesselii
  • Kesselii Elatostema
  • Elatostema Kesselii Plant

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Description

Elatostema kesselii (also called Kessel's Elatostema, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Indonesia. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and its stems are usually red or purple in color. It grows in forests, shrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Elatostema kesselii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elatostema kesselii has small, white flowers that are borne in small clusters. The seeds are small, black and rounded. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elatostema kesselii is a herbaceous perennial that is native to tropical Asia. It can be grown outdoors in USDA zones 9-11, or in a container indoors in cooler climates. It prefers a moist, well-draining soil in a partially shady location. Propagate by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid location until germination occurs.

Where to Find Elatostema kesselii

Elatostema kesselii is native to tropical and subtropical forests in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Elatostema kesselii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elatostema kesselii?

Elatostema kesselii

What is the common name of Elatostema kesselii?

Kesselii Elatostema

What is the natural habitat of Elatostema kesselii?

Elatostema kesselii is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, China, and Southeast Asia

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

Hilde Schroeter: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Schroet.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:851950-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.