Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
recurvata
ID:
411690

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Arbeiten Naturf. Vereins Riga 1: 158 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411022



Common Names

  • Tetracme Recurvata
  • Recurvata
  • Recurvata Tetracme


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Synonyms

  • Tetraceratium recurvatum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Tetracme leptopoda Pachom. [unknown]

Description

Tetracme recurvata (also called 'Recurved Tetracme', among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It typically grows in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tetracme recurvata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetracme recurvata has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetracme recurvata is a tropical plant that can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is also tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Where to Find Tetracme recurvata

Tetracme recurvata is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and parts of Africa.

Tetracme recurvata FAQ

What is the common name of Tetracme recurvata?

Recurved Tetracme

What is the scientific name of Recurved Tetracme?

Tetracme recurvata

What is the family of Tetracme recurvata?

Boraginaceae

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References