Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang & Y.G.Wei
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Guihaia 29: 144 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743817
Common Names
- Elatostema nigribracteatum
- Black-bracted Elatostema
- Black-bracted Leafy-stem
Description
Elatostema nigribracteatum (also called Black-Bracted Elatostema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Urticaceae family. It is native to China. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Elatostema nigribracteatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elatostema nigribracteatum has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a round shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elatostema nigribracteatum is a fast-growing annual plant that can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in a sunny spot in well-drained soil and keep the soil moist. The plant will reach a height of up to 20 cm and will flower in late summer.
Where to Find Elatostema nigribracteatum
Elatostema nigribracteatum is native to China.
Elatostema nigribracteatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elatostema nigribracteatum?
Elatostema nigribracteatum
What are the common names of Elatostema nigribracteatum?
Black-bracted Elatostema
What is the family of Elatostema nigribracteatum?
Urticaceae
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
Yi Gang Wei: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.G.Wei' in the authors string.