Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
obovatum
ID:
1227458

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.F.Daniel

Source:
tro

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 12: 78 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001226796



Common Names

  • Oval-leaved Tetramerium
  • Tetramerium obovatum
  • Oval-leaved Tetramerium


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Description

Tetramerium obovatum (also called Obovate 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 obovatum 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

The flower of Tetramerium obovatum is a small, white, four-petaled flower. The seed of Tetramerium obovatum is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Tetramerium obovatum are small, green, and have four leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetramerium obovatum 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 obovatum

Tetramerium obovatum is native to Central and South America.

Tetramerium obovatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetramerium obovatum?

Tetramerium obovatum

What is the common name of Tetramerium obovatum?

Oblong-leaved Tetramerium

What is the natural habitat of Tetramerium obovatum?

Moist woodlands and shaded cliffs

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

Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.