Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Turner
Source:
gcc
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 88(1): 123 (-126; fig. 1) (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007349
Common Names
- Tetrachyron Chimalapanum
- Mexican Thistle
- Mexican Globe Thistle
Description
Vellozia peripherica (also called Peripheral Vellozia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Velloziaceae family. It is a small, herbaceous perennial with a stemless, grass-like habit. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in moist, tropical forests. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as along the edges of streams and in wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Tetrachyron chimalapanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tetrachyron chimalapanum has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tetrachyron chimalapanum is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and lightly covered with soil.
Where to Find Tetrachyron chimalapanum
Tetrachyron chimalapanum is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Tetrachyron chimalapanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetrachyron chimalapanum?
Tetrachyron chimalapanum
What is the common name of Tetrachyron chimalapanum?
Chimalapan Tetrachyron
What is the family of Tetrachyron chimalapanum?
Asteraceae
Species in the Tetrachyron genus
Tetrachyron chimalapanum,
Tetrachyron grayi,
Tetrachyron orizabaensis,
Tetrachyron discolor,
Tetrachyron torresii,
Tetrachyron manicatum,
Tetrachyron brandegei,
Tetrachyron websteri,
Tetrachyron orizabaensis,
Tetrachyron omissum,
Tetrachyron paneroi,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,