Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
oblongatum
ID:
1326783

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schrenk) Bendiksby

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 300: 967 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339237

Common Names

  • Oblongatum Eriophyton
  • Oblongatum Plant
  • Oblongatum Mite

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Description

Eriophyton oblongatum (also called 'Oblong Eriophyton', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It is a small shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical forests and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriophyton oblongatum is used as a source of timber, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of gum.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriophyton oblongatum has small, white flowers with yellow-green stripes. The flowers are borne in a dense, globular inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriophyton oblongatum is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in dry, sandy soils. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Eriophyton oblongatum

Eriophyton oblongatum can be found in the Middle East, including Yemen, Oman, and Saudi Arabia.

Eriophyton oblongatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriophyton oblongatum?

Eriophyton oblongatum

What type of plant is Eriophyton oblongatum?

Eriophyton oblongatum is a shrub.

Where is Eriophyton oblongatum native to?

Eriophyton oblongatum is native to South America.

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

Alexander von Schrenk (1816-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schrenk' in the authors string.
Mika Bendiksby: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bendiksby' in the authors string.