Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
tetrandrus
ID:
721515

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees & Mart.) Herter

Source:
ksu

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Revista Sudamer. Bot. 7: 230 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720848



Common Names

  • Tetrandrous Herpetacanthus
  • Tetrandrous Snakeweed
  • Herpetacanthus Tetrandrus


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Description

Herpetacanthus tetrandrus (also called 'Four-petalled Herpetacanthus', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central America. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Herpetacanthus tetrandrus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Herpetacanthus tetrandrus has small white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Herpetacanthus tetrandrus is a hardy, evergreen perennial with a clumping habit. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and in well-drained soil. Propagate by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Herpetacanthus tetrandrus

Herpetacanthus tetrandrus is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Herpetacanthus tetrandrus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Herpetacanthus tetrandrus?

Herpetacanthus tetrandrus

What type of plant is Herpetacanthus tetrandrus?

Herb

What is the natural habitat of Herpetacanthus tetrandrus?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Gustav Franz Herter (1884-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herter' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:49594-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.