Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
tetrahedralis
ID:
405039

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fryxell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Ernstia 28: 11 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404371



Common Names

  • Rojasimalva tetrahedralis
  • Tetrahedral Rojasimalva
  • Tetrahedral Malva


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Description

Rojasimalva tetrahedralis (also called Tetrahedral Rojasimalva, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has a spreading growth habit, with small, oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in whorls. It prefers to grow in moist, well-drained soils, such as rainforests and mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rojasimalva tetrahedralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rojasimalva tetrahedralis has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spikelet. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rojasimalva tetrahedralis is a fast-growing shrub that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers medium to high light and soft to medium hard water. It can be propagated by taking cuttings and planting them in the substrate. It can also be propagated by planting the cuttings in a separate container with nutrient-rich substrate.

Where to Find Rojasimalva tetrahedralis

Rojasimalva tetrahedralis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Rojasimalva tetrahedralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rojasimalva tetrahedralis?

Rojasimalva tetrahedralis

What type of plant is Rojasimalva tetrahedralis?

A flowering plant

Where is Rojasimalva tetrahedralis native to?

South America

Species in the Rojasimalva genus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2425387: Based on the initial data import
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.