Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
didymostemon
ID:
322450

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, XIV: 53 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321782



Common Names

  • Tetrorchidium Didymostemon
  • Didymostemon Tetrorchidium
  • Didymostemon Four-Stamen


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Synonyms

  • Suregada angolensis (Prain) Croizat [unknown]
  • Tetrorchidium minus (Prain) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Tetrorchidiopsis didymostemon (Baill.) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Tetrorchidiopsis minor (Prain) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Gelonium angolense Prain [unknown]
  • Hasskarlia didymostemon Baill. [unknown]
  • Hasskarlia minor Prain [unknown]

Description

Tetrorchidium didymostemon (also called Two-lobed Four O'Clock, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter tall. Its leaves are oval-shaped and have a green coloration. It grows in dry, open areas such as deserts and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tetrorchidium didymostemon 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 didymostemon 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 didymostemon 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 didymostemon

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

Tetrorchidium didymostemon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetrorchidium didymostemon?

Tetrorchidium didymostemon

What is the common name of Tetrorchidium didymostemon?

Two-lobed Tetrorchidium

What is the natural habitat of Tetrorchidium didymostemon?

Tetrorchidium didymostemon 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-202589: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.