Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
tetragonoides
ID:
415644

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pall.) Kuntze

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 264. 1891.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000414976



Common Names

  • Tetragonoides Tetragonia
  • Tetragonia tetragonoides
  • Tetragonoides Tetragonia


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Synonyms

  • Tetragonia quadricornis Stokes [unknown]
  • Tetragonia purpurea Otto ex Sweet [unknown]
  • Tetragonia inermis F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Tetragonia japonica Thunb. [unknown]
  • Tetragonia trigyna Banks & Sol. ex Hook.f. [invalid]
  • Tetragonia striata Larrañaga [unknown]
  • Tetragonia expansa Murray [illegitimate]
  • Tetragonia halimifolia G.Forst. [unknown]
  • Tetragonia cornuta Gaertn. [unknown]
  • Tetragonia borealis Batt. & Trab. [unknown]
  • Demidovia tetragonoides Pall. [unknown]
  • Tetragonia expansa cornuta (Gaertn.) Endl. [unknown]
  • Tetragonia trigyna Banks & Sol. ex Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Tetragonia tetragonoides (also called New Zealand spinach, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to New Zealand. It grows in moist, shady areas. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tetragonia tetragonoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make paper and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tetragonia tetragonoides are small, white and star-shaped, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetragonia tetragonoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It is best to plant in the spring or fall. The seeds should be sown in a shallow trench and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 6 inches apart. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a sunny location and spaced about 6 inches apart.

Where to Find Tetragonia tetragonoides

Tetragonia tetragonoides can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Tetragonia tetragonoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetragonia tetragonoides?

Tetragonia tetragonoides

What is the common name of Tetragonia tetragonoides?

New Zealand Spinach

What is the natural habitat of Tetragonia tetragonoides?

Coastal areas and disturbed sites

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Peter Simon Pallas (1741-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pall.' in the authors string.
Caryophyllales.org record for Tetragonia tetragonoides (Pall.) Kuntze: Placement is base on the the 22 Nov 2022 import.