Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
tetrapetala
ID:
1322850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Joongku Lee, T.B.Tran & R.K.Choudhary

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 49: 372 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335304

Common Names

  • Dillenia tetrapetala
  • Four-petal Dillenia
  • Four-petal Elephant Apple

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Description

Dillenia tetrapetala (also called Four-petal Dillenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers with yellow centers. The leaves are oval-shaped and have a glossy green color. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as the edges of forests and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Dillenia tetrapetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dillenia tetrapetala is white in color with a diameter of 2 cm. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and long with a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dillenia tetrapetala is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or division of the root clump.

Where to Find Dillenia tetrapetala

Dillenia tetrapetala is native to India, where it can be found in the tropical forests of the Western Ghats.

Dillenia tetrapetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dillenia tetrapetala?

Dillenia tetrapetala

What type of plant is Dillenia tetrapetala?

It is a shrub or small tree.

Where is Dillenia tetrapetala found?

It is found in India.

Species in the Dillenia genus

Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana, Dillenia biflora, Dillenia blanchardii, Dillenia bolsteri, Dillenia borneensis, Dillenia bracteata, Dillenia castaneifolia, Dillenia celebica, Dillenia crenatifolia, Dillenia cyclopensis, Dillenia diantha, Dillenia excelsa, Dillenia eximia, Dillenia fagifolia, Dillenia ferruginea, Dillenia fischeri, Dillenia hookeri, Dillenia indica, Dillenia ingens, Dillenia insignis, Dillenia insularum, Dillenia luzoniensis, Dillenia mansonii, Dillenia marsupialis, Dillenia megalantha, Dillenia monantha, Dillenia montana, Dillenia nalagi, Dillenia obovata, Dillenia ochreata, Dillenia ovalifolia, Dillenia ovata, Dillenia papuana, Dillenia parkinsonii, Dillenia parviflora, Dillenia pentagyna, Dillenia philippinensis, Dillenia ptempoda, Dillenia pulchella, Dillenia quercifolia, Dillenia reifferscheidia, Dillenia reticulata, Dillenia retusa, Dillenia salomonensis, Dillenia scabrella,

Species in the Dilleniaceae family

Acrotrema agastyamalayanum, Acrotrema arnottianum, Acrotrema costatum, Acrotrema dissectum, Acrotrema intermedium, Acrotrema lanceolatum, Acrotrema lyratum, Acrotrema thwaitesii, Acrotrema uniflorum, Acrotrema walkeri, Curatella americana, Davilla bahiana, Davilla bilobata, Davilla neei, Davilla alata, Davilla angustifolia, Davilla aspera, Davilla cearensis, Davilla cuatrecasasii, Davilla cuspidulata, Davilla elliptica, Davilla flexuosa, Davilla glabrata, Davilla glaziovii, Davilla grandiflora, Davilla kubitzkii, Davilla kunthii, Davilla lacunosa, Davilla latifolia, Davilla macrocarpa, Davilla morii, Davilla nitida, Davilla papyracea, Davilla pedicellaris, Davilla rugosa, Davilla sellowiana, Davilla steyermarkii, Davilla strigosa, Davilla aymardii, Davilla minutifolia, Davilla sessilifolia, Davilla lanosa, Davilla hirsuticarpa, Didesmandra aspera, Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana,

References

The Bach Tran (b.2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.B.Tran' in the authors string.
Ritesh Kumar Choudhary: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.K.Choudhary' in the authors string.
Joongku Lee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Joongku Lee' in the authors string.