Tetrorchidium andinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andinum
ID:
322443
Status:
valid
Authors:
Müll.Arg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Flora 47: 538 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321775
Common Names
- Tetrorchidium Andinum
- Andean Tetrorchidium
- Andean Four-Stamen
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- Tetrorchidium gorgonae Croizat [unknown]
Description
Tetrorchidium andinum (also called 'Andean Tetrorchidium', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It grows up to 1 m in height and has small, white flowers. It grows in rocky outcrops and along the edges of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Tetrorchidium andinum is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat skin diseases, as well as to improve digestion and reduce inflammation. It is also used in Ayurvedic medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tetrorchidium andinum has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.
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Tetrorchidium andinum is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month. Prune the shrub to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Tetrorchidium andinum
Tetrorchidium andinum can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Tetrorchidium andinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetrorchidium andinum?
Tetrorchidium andinum
What is the common name of Tetrorchidium andinum?
Andean Tetrorchidium
What is the natural habitat of Tetrorchidium andinum?
Tetrorchidium andinum is native to the Andes Mountains in South America.
Species in the Tetrorchidium genus
Tetrorchidium andinum, Tetrorchidium brevifolium, Tetrorchidium bulbipilosum, Tetrorchidium congolense, Tetrorchidium costaricense, Tetrorchidium didymostemon, Tetrorchidium duckei, Tetrorchidium dusenii, Tetrorchidium euryphyllum, Tetrorchidium gabonense, Tetrorchidium jamaicense, Tetrorchidium macrophyllum, Tetrorchidium microphyllum, Tetrorchidium ochroleucum, Tetrorchidium oppositifolium, Tetrorchidium parvulum, Tetrorchidium popayanense, Tetrorchidium robledoanum, Tetrorchidium rotundatum, Tetrorchidium rubrivenium, Tetrorchidium ulugurense, Tetrorchidium hirsutum, Tetrorchidium trichotocarpum,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202582: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.