Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
tetrabracteata
ID:
1324806

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Wen, Xin Hong & Y.G.Wei

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 131: 2 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337260



Common Names

  • Paraboea tetrabracteata
  • Tetrabracteata Paraboea
  • Paraboea


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Description

Paraboea tetrabracteata (also called 'Four-bracted Paraboea', among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, and is commonly found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Paraboea tetrabracteata is a popular ornamental plant, used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paraboea tetrabracteata has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paraboea tetrabracteata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Paraboea tetrabracteata

Paraboea tetrabracteata is native to Malaysia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Paraboea tetrabracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paraboea tetrabracteata?

Paraboea tetrabracteata

What is the common name of Paraboea tetrabracteata?

Four-bracted Paraboea

What is the natural habitat of Paraboea tetrabracteata?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Paraboea genus

Paraboea laxa, Paraboea mataensis, Paraboea mahaxayana, Paraboea luzoniensis, Paraboea leuserensis, Paraboea leopoldii, Paraboea lancifolia, Paraboea lanata, Paraboea kalimantanensis, Paraboea incudicarpa, Paraboea halongensis, Paraboea leporina, Paraboea pubicorolla, Paraboea prolixa, Paraboea patens, Paraboea parviflora, Paraboea meiophylla, Paraboea nagalandiana, Paraboea minuta, Paraboea minor, Paraboea bintangensis, Paraboea chiangdaoensis, Paraboea capitata, Paraboea candidissima, Paraboea caerulescens, Paraboea brachycarpa, Paraboea berouwensis, Paraboea banyengiana, Paraboea bakeri, Paraboea amplifolia, Paraboea acutifolia, Paraboea brunnescens, Paraboea divaricata, Paraboea glanduliflora, Paraboea glabrisepala, Paraboea glabriflora, Paraboea glabra, Paraboea ferruginea, Paraboea evrardii, Paraboea clarkei, Paraboea effusa, Paraboea detergibilis, Paraboea elegans, Paraboea rabilii, Paraboea thorelii, Paraboea tarutaoensis, Paraboea suffruticosa, Paraboea speluncarum, Paraboea speciosa, Paraboea trachyphylla,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

Yi Gang Wei: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.G.Wei' in the authors string.
Fang Wen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Wen' in the authors string.
Xin Hong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Xin Hong' in the authors string.