Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
macrocarpus
ID:
410494

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. , a.s., 3: 603 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409826



Common Names

  • Large-Fruited Tetrameranthus
  • Tetrameranthus Macrocarpus
  • Large-Fruited Four-Stem


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Description

Tetrameranthus macrocarpus (also called Large-fruited Tetrameranthus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Tetrameranthus macrocarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tetrameranthus macrocarpus is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings are small and thin with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetrameranthus macrocarpus is a slow-growing succulent that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Water sparingly and allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. The plant can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Tetrameranthus macrocarpus

Tetrameranthus macrocarpus is native to Brazil. It can be found in wet areas, such as marshes and swamps.

Tetrameranthus macrocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetrameranthus macrocarpus?

Tetrameranthus macrocarpus

What is the common name of Tetrameranthus macrocarpus?

Large-fruited Tetrameranthus

What is the habitat of Tetrameranthus macrocarpus?

It is found in dry grasslands, steppes, and open woodlands

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

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