Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
brevifolium
ID:
322445

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. & Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 23: 126 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321777



Common Names

  • Tetrorchidium Brevifolium
  • Short-Leaved Tetrorchidium
  • Short-Leaved Four-Stamen


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Synonyms

  • Sapium guatemalense Lundell [unknown]
  • Tetrorchidium molinae L.O.Williams [unknown]

Description

Tetrorchidium brevifolium (also called 'Short-leaved 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 brevifolium 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 brevifolium has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetrorchidium brevifolium 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 brevifolium

Tetrorchidium brevifolium can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Tetrorchidium brevifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetrorchidium brevifolium?

Tetrorchidium brevifolium

What is the common name of Tetrorchidium brevifolium?

Short-leaved Tetrorchidium

What is the natural habitat of Tetrorchidium brevifolium?

Tetrorchidium brevifolium is native to tropical Africa.

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-202584: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.