Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
tetragona
ID:
1274637

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) R.H.Archer

Source:
tro

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 63: 230 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273975



Common Names

  • Lauridia tetragona
  • Tetragona Lauridia
  • Tetragona Lauridia Tree


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Description

Lauridia tetragona (also called four-angled lauridia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia. It is found in open woods, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lauridia tetragona is a popular ornamental plant. It is often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in erosion control projects and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lauridia tetragona has small, white flowers that are followed by small, black berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lauridia tetragona is an evergreen, perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. To propagate from seeds, collect them when they are ripe and sow them on a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings from a healthy plant and place them in a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Lauridia tetragona

Lauridia tetragona can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Lauridia tetragona FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lauridia tetragona?

Lauridia tetragona

What is the common name of Lauridia tetragona?

Four-angled Lauridia

Where is Lauridia tetragona native to?

South Africa

Species in the Lauridia genus

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50268601: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.
Robert H. Archer (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Archer' in the authors string.