Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
tetrantha
ID:
1260005

Status:
valid

Authors:
Danser

Source:
tro

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 10: 322 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259343



Common Names

  • Tetrantha Lepidaria
  • Lepidaria of Tetrantha
  • Tetrantha's Lepidaria


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Description

Lepidaria tetrantha (also called Lepidaria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Andes of South America. It has small, white flowers and leathery, glossy leaves. It grows in moist and shady habitats such as mountain forests and ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidaria tetrantha is used as a source of fuelwood, timber, and fiber, and its wood is used for making furniture and tools.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepidaria tetrantha has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidaria tetrantha is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Lepidaria tetrantha

Lepidaria tetrantha is native to Japan and can be found in temperate forests.

Lepidaria tetrantha FAQ

What type of plant is Lepidaria tetrantha?

Lepidaria tetrantha is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Lepidaria tetrantha found?

Lepidaria tetrantha is found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil.

What is the growth habit of Lepidaria tetrantha?

Lepidaria tetrantha is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall.

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References