Reinwardtia tetragyna - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tetragyna
ID:
406611
Status:
valid
Authors:
Planch.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 7: 523 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405943
Common Names
- Reinwardtia Tetragyna
- Four-Stamened Reinwardtia
- Four-Stamened Reinwardtia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Numisaureum acuminatum Raf. [unknown]
Description
Reinwardtia tetragyna (also called Four-petal reinwardtia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows to a height of up to 3 feet. It has lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is native to the United States and Canada and is commonly found in open woodlands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Reinwardtia tetragyna is used in aquariums as an ornamental plant. It is also used to improve water quality by absorbing excess nutrients and providing oxygen to the water.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Reinwardtia tetragyna has small, white flowers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a long, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Reinwardtia tetragyna is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. It prefers moist soils and can tolerate some flooding. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best to fertilize the soil with a slow-release fertilizer before planting. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance and can be propagated by dividing the clumps in the spring.
Where to Find Reinwardtia tetragyna
Reinwardtia tetragyna is a species of plant native to tropical Asia.
Reinwardtia tetragyna FAQ
What is the scientific name of Reinwardtia tetragyna?
Reinwardtia tetragyna
What is the common name of Reinwardtia tetragyna?
Four-petalled Reinwardtia
What is the optimal temperature for Reinwardtia tetragyna?
18-28°C
Species in the Reinwardtia genus
Species in the Linaceae family
Anisadenia pubescens, Anisadenia saxatilis, Hebepetalum neblinae, Hebepetalum roraimense, Hebepetalum humiriifolium, Hugonia afzelii, Hugonia belli, Hugonia castaneifolia, Hugonia costata, Hugonia couraiana, Hugonia deplanchei, Hugonia elliptica, Hugonia ferruginea, Hugonia foliosa, Hugonia gilletii, Hugonia gossweileri, Hugonia grandiflora, Hugonia jenkinsii, Hugonia latifolia, Hugonia lenormandii, Hugonia macrocarpa, Hugonia mayumbensis, Hugonia micans, Hugonia montana, Hugonia neocaledonica, Hugonia obtusifolia, Hugonia oreogena, Hugonia papillosa, Hugonia penicillanthemum, Hugonia planchonii, Hugonia platysepala, Hugonia poilanei, Hugonia racemosa, Hugonia rufopilis, Hugonia sapinii, Hugonia serrata, Hugonia talbotii, Hugonia tomentosa, Hugonia villosa, Hugonia brewerioides, Hugonia castanea, Hugonia sphaerocarpa, Hugonia coursiana, Hugonia johannensis, Hugonia longipes, Hugonia orientalis, Hugonia batesii, Hugonia gabunensis, Hugonia macrophylla, Hugonia spicata,
References
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:544872-1: Based on the initial data import