Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
tetradonta
ID:
307623

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Y.Z.Sun) C.Y.Wu & C.Chen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 9: 7 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306955



Common Names

  • Schnabelia tetradonta
  • Tetradonta
  • Schnabelia


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Synonyms

  • Chienodoxa tetradonta Y.Z.Sun [unknown]

Description

Schnabelia tetradonta (also called Four-toothed Schnabelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub, with small, oval leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas, and is often planted as an ornamental.

Uses & Benefits

Schnabelia tetradonta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and to treat various ailments such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schnabelia tetradonta has white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant fragrance. The seeds are brown and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schnabelia tetradonta is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows to 1 meter in height and has small, white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Schnabelia tetradonta

Schnabelia tetradonta can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Schnabelia tetradonta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schnabelia tetradonta?

Schnabelia tetradonta

What is the common name of Schnabelia tetradonta?

Tetradonta

What is the natural habitat of Schnabelia tetradonta?

It is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-188245: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
Chen Jie (1928-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chen' in the authors string.
Yon Zai Sun (1898-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Z.Sun' in the authors string.