Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Yamaz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 47: 180 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666140
Common Names
- Elatostema Suzukii
- Suzukii Elatostema
- Elatostema Elatostema Suzukii
Synonyms
- Pellionia cuneata T.Suzuki [unknown]
Description
Elatostema suzukii (also called Suzukii Elatostema, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical Asia and Australia. It has small, dark green, ovate leaves with serrated margins and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforest understories.
Uses & Benefits
Elatostema suzukii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat kidney and urinary tract problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elatostema suzukii has small white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have ovate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elatostema suzukii 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 suzukii
Elatostema suzukii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Elatostema suzukii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elatostema suzukii?
Elatostema suzukii
Where does Elatostema suzukii grow?
Elatostema suzukii is found in Japan, Taiwan, and China.
What is the natural habitat of Elatostema suzukii?
Elatostema suzukii grows in moist, shady forests and along streams.
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,