Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
thymifolia
ID:
460167

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Exot. Bot. 1: 41 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459499



Common Names

  • Tetratheca thymifolia
  • Thyme-leaved Tetratheca
  • Thyme-leaved Pink-bells


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Synonyms

  • Tetratheca ericifolia thymifolia (Sm.) Maiden & Betche [unknown]
  • Tetratheca thymifolia angustifolia Schuch. [unknown]
  • Tetratheca thymifolia latifolia Schuch. [unknown]

Description

Tetratheca thymifolia (also called Thyme-leaved Tetratheca, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Australia and is often found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tetratheca thymifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tetratheca thymifolia is a small, green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetratheca thymifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Tetratheca thymifolia

Tetratheca thymifolia is native to Australia.

Tetratheca thymifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetratheca thymifolia?

Tetratheca thymifolia

What is the common name of Tetratheca thymifolia?

Thyme-leaved tetratheca

What is the natural habitat of Tetratheca thymifolia?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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,