Status:
valid
Authors:
(Siebold & Zucc.) Wedd.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Arch. Mus. Hist. Nat. 9: 332 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000665993
Common Names
- Elatostema
- Stigmatosum
- Stigmatose Elatostema
Synonyms
- Procris radicans Siebold & Zucc. [unknown]
- Pellionia radicans (Siebold & Zucc.) Wedd. [valid]
Description
Elatostema omeiense (also called Omei Elatostema, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with an erect stem and a creeping rhizome. It is native to China and is found in forests, hillsides, and valleys. It has long, lanceolate leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Elatostema stigmatosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a groundcover in shady areas. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, as the leaves are believed to have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Elatostema radicans var. grande (Gagnep.) H.Schroet.
Elatostema radicans var. radicans
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white flowers with four petals. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Small, green seedlings with four leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elatostema stigmatosum is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by stem cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted.
Where to Find Elatostema radicans
Elatostema omeiense can be found in the Sichuan province of China.
Elatostema radicans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elatostema stigmatosum?
Elatostema stigmatosum
What is the common name of Elatostema stigmatosum?
Stigmatose Elatostema
Where is Elatostema stigmatosum native to?
India, Nepal, and Bhutan
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.