Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
caerulescens
ID:
414488

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubl.) Maguire & B.M.Boom

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 51: 31 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413820



Common Names

  • Tetrapollinia caerulescens
  • Caerulescens Tetrapollinia
  • Tetrapollinia


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Description

Tetrapollinia caerulescens (also called Blue Tetrapollinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the family Rubiaceae. It is native to India, where it grows in moist forests and grasslands. It has leathery, glossy green leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tetrapollinia caerulescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetrapollinia caerulescens has small, blue flowers with five petals and a five-lobed calyx. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and long with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetrapollinia caerulescens is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Tetrapollinia caerulescens

Tetrapollinia caerulescens is native to South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas.

Tetrapollinia caerulescens FAQ

What type of soil does Tetrapollinia caerulescens prefer?

Tetrapollinia caerulescens prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much sunlight does Tetrapollinia caerulescens need?

Tetrapollinia caerulescens needs partial to full shade.

How often should Tetrapollinia caerulescens be watered?

Tetrapollinia caerulescens should be watered regularly, but not too often.

Species in the Tetrapollinia genus

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
Brian Morey Boom (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.M.Boom' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:285966-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.