Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
billardierei
ID:
1261102

Status:
valid

Authors:
Martelli

Source:
tro

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Malesia 3: 152 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001260440



Common Names

  • Tetracera billardierei
  • Billardiere's Tetracera
  • Billardiere's Tetracera


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Description

Tetracera billardierei (also called Billardiere's four-petal, among many other common names) is a small shrub found in tropical and subtropical regions of Australia. It is a perennial plant with short stems and leaves that are usually 5–10 cm long. The leaves are leathery and scaly, and the flowers are yellow or white. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and streambanks.

Uses & Benefits

Tetracera billardierei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and in erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetracera billardierei has white flowers with yellow centers and five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetracera billardierei is a shrub species that is native to Bolivia. It is a fast-growing species that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Tetracera billardierei

Tetracera billardierei can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and Tasmania.

Tetracera billardierei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetracera billardierei?

Tetracera billardierei

What are the common names of Tetracera billardierei?

Billardiere's four-petal, Billardiere's four-petal vine

What is the natural habitat of Tetracera billardierei?

Tetracera billardierei is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Tetracera genus

Tetracera hirsuta, Tetracera hydrophila, Tetracera hygrophila, Tetracera kampotensis, Tetracera volubilis, Tetracera tigarea, Tetracera surinamensis, Tetracera willdenowiana, Tetracera masuiana, Tetracera leiocarpa, Tetracera portobellensis, Tetracera potatoria, Tetracera rosiflora, Tetracera rotundifolia, Tetracera poggei, Tetracera parviflora, Tetracera perriniana, Tetracera alnifolia, Tetracera costata, Tetracera eriantha, Tetracera breyniana, Tetracera lasiocarpa, Tetracera sellowiana, Tetracera rutenbergii, Tetracera edentata, Tetracera madagascariensis, Tetracera boiviniana, Tetracera scandens, Tetracera bussei, Tetracera litoralis, Tetracera macrophylla, Tetracera akara, Tetracera oblongata, Tetracera nordtiana, Tetracera sarmentosa, Tetracera affinis, Tetracera macphersonii, Tetracera asperula, Tetracera amazonica, Tetracera xui, Tetracera billardierei, Tetracera stuhlmanniana, Tetracera fagifolia, Tetracera loureiri, Tetracera empedoclea, Tetracera lanuginosa, Tetracera arborescens, Tetracera maingayi, Tetracera korthalsii, Tetracera daemeliana,

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,

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