Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Perrier) N.Hallé
Source:
cmp
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 17: 409 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663658
Common Names
- Elachyptera minimiflora
- Minimiflora Elachyptera
- Minimiflora Elachyptera
Synonyms
- Hippocratea minimiflora H.Perrier [unknown]
Description
Elachyptera minimiflora (also called Miniature-Flowered Elachyptera, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to Australia, and typically grows in forests and woodlands. It has small, ovate leaves, white flowers with miniature petals, and small, round, red fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Elachyptera minimiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used in areas with poor soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elachyptera minimiflora is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elachyptera minimiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Elachyptera minimiflora
Elachyptera minimiflora is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Elachyptera minimiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elachyptera minimiflora?
Elachyptera minimiflora
What type of plant is Elachyptera minimiflora?
It is a shrub or small tree.
What is the natural habitat of Elachyptera minimiflora?
It is native to China, Japan, and Korea.
Species in the Elachyptera genus
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus,
Allocassine laurifolia,
Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,