Tetramerium aureum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aureum
ID:
1227455
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rose
Source:
tro
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 1: 349 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001226793
Common Names
- Golden Tetramerium
- Tetramerium aureum
- Golden Tetramerium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tetramerium aureum (also called Golden Tetramerium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are simple, opposite, and obovate in shape. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as forest margins and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Tetramerium aureum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a medicinal plant to treat skin problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tetramerium aureum has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in a spike. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. Its seedlings have long, thin leaves that are green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tetramerium aureum is a hardy evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and should be protected from strong winds. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Tetramerium aureum
Tetramerium aureum is native to Central and South America.
Tetramerium aureum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetramerium aureum?
Tetramerium aureum
What is the common name of Tetramerium aureum?
Golden Tetramerium
What is the natural habitat of Tetramerium aureum?
Moist woodlands and shaded cliffs
Species in the Tetramerium genus
Tetramerium nemorum, Tetramerium nervosum, Tetramerium fruticosum, Tetramerium carranzae, Tetramerium glandulosum, Tetramerium diffusum, Tetramerium tenuissimum, Tetramerium surcubambense, Tetramerium denudatum, Tetramerium zeta, Tetramerium wasshausenii, Tetramerium sagasteguianum, Tetramerium peruvianum, Tetramerium rzedowskii, Tetramerium yaquianum, Tetramerium abditum, Tetramerium emilyanum, Tetramerium glutinosum, Tetramerium mcvaughii, Tetramerium rubrum, Tetramerium ochoterenae, Tetramerium langlassei, Tetramerium oaxacanum, Tetramerium guerrerense, Tetramerium aureum, Tetramerium obovatum, Tetramerium tetramerioides, Tetramerium crenatum, Tetramerium butterwickianum, Tetramerium vargasiae,
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
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.