Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
tetraquetra
ID:
779960

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cham.) Bureau

Source:
iplants

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
J. Soc. Imp. Centr. Hort. , sér. 2, 2: 156 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779293



Common Names

  • Four-Angled Pleonotoma
  • Pleonotoma Tetraquetra
  • Four-Angled Pleonotoma Vine


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Description

Pleonotoma tetraquetra (also called Four-Angled Pleonotoma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Madagascar. It typically grows to a height of up to 8 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. It is found in humid forests, usually in the understory, at elevations of up to 1000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Pleonotoma tetraquetra is a popular ornamental plant, often planted in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pleonotoma tetraquetra are yellow and bell-shaped, with a yellow throat. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleonotoma tetraquetra is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Pleonotoma tetraquetra

Pleonotoma tetraquetra can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Pleonotoma tetraquetra FAQ

What is the common name of Pleonotoma tetraquetra?

Four-angled Pleonotoma

What is the scientific name of Four-angled Pleonotoma?

Pleonotoma tetraquetra

What is the growth habit of Pleonotoma tetraquetra?

It is a small evergreen tree

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Édouard Bureau (1830-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bureau' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:110434-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].