Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang & Z.Y.Wu
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Pl. Diversity Resources 34: 152 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333542
Common Names
- Elatostema neriifolium
- Neriifolium Elatostema
- Neriifolium Elatostema
Description
Elatostema neriifolium (also called Elatostema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests. It is a large, herbaceous perennial with white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Elatostema neriifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elatostema neriifolium has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green tube. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elatostema neriifolium is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and needs well-draining soil. Propagate by cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Elatostema neriifolium
Elatostema neriifolium can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Elatostema neriifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elatostema neriifolium?
Elatostema neriifolium
What is the common name of Elatostema neriifolium?
Neriifolium Elatostema
What is the natural habitat of Elatostema neriifolium?
It is found in tropical rainforests and cloud 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
Zeng Yuan Wu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Y.Wu' in the authors string.