Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
shanglinense
ID:
666739

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.T.Wang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Guihaia 2: 118 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666071

Common Names

  • Elatostema
  • Shanglinense
  • Shanglin Elatostema

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Description

Elatostema shanglinense (also called Elatostema polypodioides, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Urticaceae family. It is a herbaceous perennial with a creeping habit, and has ovate leaves with toothed margins. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, and is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Elatostema shanglinense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, inflammation, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elatostema shanglinense has small, white flowers that are clustered together in panicles. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elatostema shanglinense 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 shanglinense

Elatostema shanglinense can be found in China.

Elatostema shanglinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elatostema shanglinense?

Elatostema shanglinense

What is the common name of Elatostema shanglinense?

Shanglinense

Where is Elatostema shanglinense native to?

Southeast Asia

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:899780-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.