Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
latistipulum
ID:
749954

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.T.Wang & Z.Y.Wu

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 29: 230 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749287

Common Names

  • Elatostema latistipulum
  • Latistipulum Elatostema
  • Latistipulum's Elatostema

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Description

Elatostema latistipulum (also called 'Latistipulum Elatostema', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to China. It has lance-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Elatostema latistipulum is a perennial herb native to Southeast Asia. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elatostema latistipulum has small, yellow-green flowers, and its seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elatostema latistipulum is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Division is done by dividing the rootball into smaller sections and replanting.

Where to Find Elatostema latistipulum

Elatostema latistipulum can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

Elatostema latistipulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elatostema latistipulum?

Elatostema latistipulum

What is the common name of Elatostema latistipulum?

Latistipulum Elatostema

What is the natural habitat of Elatostema latistipulum?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane 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,

References

Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.
Zeng Yuan Wu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77111640-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.