Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
multiflora
ID:
837740

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Phillipson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 30: 187 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837075



Common Names

  • Tetradenia multiflora
  • Multiflora Tetradenia
  • Multiflora Wild Sage


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Description

Tetradenia multiflora (also called Many-flowered Tetradenia, among many other common names) is an aromatic shrub native to South Africa. It has a bushy habit and is found in dry grassland and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Tetradenia multiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tetradenia multiflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetradenia multiflora can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, separate the clumps of the plant into smaller sections and replant them in the desired location. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until germination. Place the seedlings in a sunny spot and water regularly.

Where to Find Tetradenia multiflora

Tetradenia multiflora is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in this region.

Tetradenia multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetradenia multiflora?

Tetradenia multiflora

What is the common name of Tetradenia multiflora?

Many-flowered Tetradenia

What is the natural habitat of Tetradenia multiflora?

It is found in the tropical forests of India, Malaysia, and Thailand

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-374390: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Peter B. Phillipson (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phillipson' in the authors string.