Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang
Source:
cmp
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 10: 345 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000665974
Common Names
- Elatostema pseudocuspidatum
- Pseudocuspidatum Elatostema
- False Nettle
Description
Elatostema pseudocuspidatum (also called Elatostema, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. It has a creeping habit and grows in moist forests, along streams, and in other wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Elatostema pseudocuspidatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elatostema pseudocuspidatum has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a cusp-shaped tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elatostema pseudocuspidatum is a perennial herb that is native to Southeast Asia. It is easy to propagate by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to 20°F.
Where to Find Elatostema pseudocuspidatum
Elatostema pseudocuspidatum can be found in tropical rainforests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Elatostema pseudocuspidatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elatostema pseudocuspidatum?
Elatostema pseudocuspidatum
What is the natural habitat of Elatostema pseudocuspidatum?
Tropical rainforests of the Philippines
What is the average height of Elatostema pseudocuspidatum?
Up to 1 meter
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,