Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gracile
ID:
19270

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Kost.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea, Bot. 24: 580 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018599



Common Names

  • Tetramolopium gracile
  • Graceful Tetramolopium
  • Graceful Four-awn


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Description

Tetramolopium gracile (also called Slender Tetramolopium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white, daisy-like flowers. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Tetramolopium gracile is a perennial herb that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetramolopium gracile has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetramolopium gracile is a small shrub native to Hawaii. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a sterile, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Tetramolopium gracile requires full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Tetramolopium gracile

Tetramolopium gracile is native to the Hawaiian Islands and can be found in dry, open areas.

Tetramolopium gracile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetramolopium gracile?

Tetramolopium gracile

What is the common name of Tetramolopium gracile?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Tetramolopium gracile?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Tetramolopium genus

Tetramolopium consanguineum, Tetramolopium rockii, Tetramolopium lanatum, Tetramolopium wilhelminae, Tetramolopium tenerrimum, Tetramolopium crepatutarum, Tetramolopium gracile, Tetramolopium flaccidum, Tetramolopium alinae, Tetramolopium conyzoides, Tetramolopium humile, Tetramolopium capillare, Tetramolopium virgatum, Tetramolopium capellaense, Tetramolopium pioraense, Tetramolopium sylvae, Tetramolopium cinereum, Tetramolopium mitiaroense, Tetramolopium procumbens, Tetramolopium spathulatum, Tetramolopium ericoides, Tetramolopium bicolor, Tetramolopium ciliatum, Tetramolopium tenue, Tetramolopium vagans, Tetramolopium fasciculatum, Tetramolopium klossii, Tetramolopium arenarium, Tetramolopium distichum, Tetramolopium macrum, Tetramolopium carstenszense, Tetramolopium remyi, Tetramolopium piloso-villosum, Tetramolopium prostratum, Tetramolopium filiforme, Tetramolopium pumilum, Tetramolopium corallioides, Tetramolopium lepidotum,

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,