Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
ellipticus
ID:
1143191

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pilg.

Source:
tro

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Verh. Bot. Vereins Prov. Brandenburg 47: 162. 1905

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001142529

Common Names

  • Schoenobiblus ellipticus
  • Elliptic Schoenobiblus
  • Elliptic Starwort

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Description

Schoenobiblus ellipticus (also called 'Elliptic Schoenobiblus', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a short, woody stem and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Schoenobiblus ellipticus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schoenobiblus ellipticus has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons, oval-shaped with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schoenobiblus ellipticus is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Schoenobiblus ellipticus

Schoenobiblus ellipticus is native to Japan.

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

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