Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
glandulosa
ID:
459943

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Exot. Bot. 1: 39 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459275



Common Names

  • Tetratheca Glandulosa
  • Glandulosa Tetratheca
  • Tetratheca Glandulosa


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Description

Tetratheca glandulosa (also called Glandular Tetratheca, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It has a clumping habit and grows to a height of 12-18 inches. Its leaves are linear and pointed with serrated edges. Its flowers are white and borne in spikes. It is found in dry, rocky areas and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tetratheca glandulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tetratheca glandulosa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetratheca glandulosa is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zones 9-11.

Where to Find Tetratheca glandulosa

Tetratheca glandulosa is native to Australia and can be found in dry and wet sclerophyll forests.

Tetratheca glandulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetratheca glandulosa?

Tetratheca glandulosa

What is the common name of Tetratheca glandulosa?

Pink-flowered Dawn

What is the natural habitat of Tetratheca glandulosa?

Dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands

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,