Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
oppositifolium
ID:
322465

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321797



Common Names

  • Tetrorchidium Oppositifolium
  • Opposite-Leaved Tetrorchidium
  • Opposite-Leaved Four-Stamen


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Synonyms

  • Tetrorchidium tenuifolium Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Tetrorchidiopsis oppositifolia (Pax) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Tetrorchidiopsis tenuifolia (Pax & K.Hoffm.) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Hasskarlia oppositifolia Pax [unknown]
  • Hasskarlia tenuifolia Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Tetrorchidium oppositifolium (also called Opposite-leaved 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 oppositifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetrorchidium oppositifolium has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetrorchidium oppositifolium is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers a slightly acidic soil and should be kept moist.

Where to Find Tetrorchidium oppositifolium

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

Tetrorchidium oppositifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetrorchidium oppositifolium?

Tetrorchidium oppositifolium

What is the common name of Tetrorchidium oppositifolium?

Opposite-leaved Tetrorchidium

What is the natural habitat of Tetrorchidium oppositifolium?

Tetrorchidium oppositifolium 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