Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
tetrasticha
ID:
1276353

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Wright ex Griseb.) Stearn

Source:
tro

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 4: 310 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275691



Common Names

  • Oplonia tetrasticha
  • Four-spotted Oplonia
  • Four-rayed Oplonia


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Description

Oplonia tetrasticha (also called Four-Lined Oplonia, among many other common names) is a shrub that typically grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to South America and is found in open forests and scrublands. It has dark green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Oplonia tetrasticha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oplonia tetrasticha has a small, white flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a dark green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oplonia tetrasticha is a small evergreen shrub native to India. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is best to prune the shrub in late winter or early spring to keep it in shape.

Where to Find Oplonia tetrasticha

Oplonia tetrasticha can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Oplonia tetrasticha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oplonia tetrasticha?

Oplonia tetrasticha

What is the common name of Oplonia tetrasticha?

Oplonia

What is the natural habitat of Oplonia tetrasticha?

Oplonia tetrasticha is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean

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

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
William T. Stearn (1911-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stearn' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.