Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
applanata
ID:
511175

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Butcher

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 20: 148 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510507



Common Names

  • Tetratheca Applanata
  • Applanata Tetratheca
  • Applanata's Tetratheca


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Description

Tetratheca applanata (also called Applanate Tetrathera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Elaeocarpaceae. It is native to Australia, and is found in moist lowland forests. It is a shrub with small, oval leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tetratheca applanata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tetratheca applanata are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are slender and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetratheca applanata is a tropical plant native to Australia. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Tetratheca applanata

Tetratheca applanata is native to Australia and can be found in moist, shady forests at elevations of up to 4,000 meters.

Tetratheca applanata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetratheca applanata?

Tetratheca applanata

What type of plant is Tetratheca applanata?

Tetratheca applanata is a flowering plant.

Where does Tetratheca applanata grow?

Tetratheca applanata is native to Australia.

Species in the Tetratheca genus

Tetratheca neglecta, Tetratheca pilosa, Tetratheca pilifera, Tetratheca paynterae, Tetratheca paucifolia, Tetratheca parvifolia, Tetratheca labillardierei, Tetratheca juncea, Tetratheca insularis, Tetratheca hispidissima, Tetratheca hirsuta, Tetratheca nuda, Tetratheca pubescens, Tetratheca harperi, Tetratheca halmaturina, Tetratheca gunnii, Tetratheca efoliata, Tetratheca deltoidea, Tetratheca decora, Tetratheca confertifolia, Tetratheca ericifolia, Tetratheca ciliata, Tetratheca setigera, Tetratheca rupicola, Tetratheca richardsiana, Tetratheca retrorsa, Tetratheca remota, Tetratheca procumbens, Tetratheca bauerifolia, Tetratheca aphylla, Tetratheca affinis, Tetratheca chapmanii, Tetratheca fordiana, Tetratheca glandulosa, Tetratheca filiformis, Tetratheca fasciculata, Tetratheca subaphylla, Tetratheca stenocarpa, Tetratheca similis, Tetratheca shiressii, Tetratheca thymifolia, Tetratheca virgata, Tetratheca rubioides, Tetratheca angulata, Tetratheca applanata, Tetratheca erubescens, Tetratheca exasperata, Tetratheca nephelioides, Tetratheca phoenix, Tetratheca pilata,

Species in the Elaeocarpaceae family

Aceratium archboldianum, Aceratium brassii, Aceratium calomala, Aceratium concinnum, Aceratium dasyphyllum, Aceratium doggrellii, Aceratium ferrugineum, Aceratium hypoleucum, Aceratium ledermannii, Aceratium megalospermum, Aceratium muellerianum, Aceratium oppositifolium, Aceratium pachypetalum, Aceratium parvifolium, Aceratium pittosporoides, Aceratium sericeum, Aceratium sericoleopsis, Aceratium sinuatum, Aceratium sphaerocarpum, Aceratium tomentosum, Aristotelia australasica, Aristotelia chilensis, Aristotelia colensoi, Aristotelia fruticosa, Aristotelia peduncularis, Aristotelia serrata, Crinodendron brasiliense, Crinodendron hookerianum, Crinodendron patagua, Crinodendron tucumanum, Dubouzetia acuminata, Dubouzetia australiensis, Dubouzetia campanulata, Dubouzetia caudiculata, Dubouzetia confusa, Dubouzetia dentata, Dubouzetia elegans, Dubouzetia galorei, Dubouzetia guillauminii, Dubouzetia kairoi, Dubouzetia saxatilis, Elaeocarpus glandulosus, Elaeocarpus tremulus, Elaeocarpus sedentarius, Elaeocarpus acmocarpus, Elaeocarpus acmosepalus, Elaeocarpus acrantherus, Elaeocarpus acronodia, Elaeocarpus acuminatus, Elaeocarpus adenopus,