Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coulteri
ID:
322209

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Sci. Arts , ser. 2, 16: 98 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321541



Common Names

  • Tetraclea coulteri
  • Coulter's Tetraclea
  • Tetraclea


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Synonyms

  • Tetraclea angustifolia Wooton & Standl. [unknown]
  • Tetraclea coulteri angustifolia (Wooton & Standl.) Moldenke [unknown]
  • Tetraclea coulteri angustifolia (Wooton & Standl.) A.Nelson & J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Tetraclea coulteri subinclusa (I.M.Johnst.) Moldenke [unknown]
  • Tetraclea subinclusa I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Tetraclea viscida Lundell [unknown]
  • Clerodendrum coulteri (A.Gray) Govaerts [unknown]

Description

Tetraclea coulteri (also called Coulter's Four O'Clock, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter tall. Its leaves are oval-shaped and have a white-green coloration. It grows in sandy soils in dry, open areas such as deserts and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tetraclea coulteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tetraclea coulteri is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetraclea coulteri is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Tetraclea coulteri

Tetraclea coulteri can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Tetraclea coulteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetraclea coulteri?

Tetraclea coulteri

What is the common name of Tetraclea coulteri?

No common name

What type of plant is Tetraclea coulteri?

Shrub

Species in the Tetraclea genus

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