Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
tenuibracteatum
ID:
1317591

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.T.Wang

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
J. Syst. Evol. 50: 574 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330045

Common Names

  • Elatostema Tenuibracteatum
  • Tenuibracteatum's Elatostema
  • Tenuibracteatum Elatostema

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Description

Elatostema tenuibracteatum (also called Elatostema, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to China, and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Elatostema tenuibracteatum is a medicinal plant that is used to treat various ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elatostema tenuibracteatum has small white flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elatostema tenuibracteatum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F).

Where to Find Elatostema tenuibracteatum

Elatostema tenuibracteatum can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, particularly in China and Vietnam.

Elatostema tenuibracteatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elatostema tenuibracteatum?

Elatostema tenuibracteatum

What is the natural habitat of Elatostema tenuibracteatum?

Moist forests and grasslands

What is the distribution range of Elatostema tenuibracteatum?

Southern China and 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:60466996-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.