Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wedd.) Yu Hsin Tseng, A.K.Monro, Y.G.Wei & J.M.Hu
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 132: 263. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000003902
Common Names
- Elatostematoides australe
- Australian Elatostematoides
- Australian Elatostematoides Plant
Description
Elatostematoides australe (also called Elatostema australe, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It has long, narrow, pointed leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Elatostematoides australe is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make jams, jellies, and preserves.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elatostematoides australe has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elatostematoides australe can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. The soil mix should be kept moist but not wet. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Elatostematoides australe
Elatostema australe is found in Australia.
Elatostematoides australe FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elatostematoides australe?
Elatostematoides australe
What is the common name of Elatostematoides australe?
Southern Elatostematoides
What is the natural habitat of Elatostematoides australe?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Elatostematoides genus
Elatostematoides insigne,
Elatostematoides manillense,
Elatostematoides mindanaense,
Elatostematoides samarense,
Elatostematoides fruticulosum,
Elatostematoides lonchophyllum,
Elatostematoides filicoides,
Elatostematoides australe,
Elatostematoides scandens,
Elatostematoides hirtum,
Elatostematoides caudata,
Elatostematoides gracilipes,
Elatostematoides laxa,
Elatostematoides machaerophylla,
Elatostematoides mesargyreum,
Elatostematoides picta,
Elatostematoides polioneurum,
Elatostematoides rigida,
Elatostematoides robusta,
Elatostematoides sublaxa,
Elatostematoides vittata,
Elatostematoides falcata,
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,