Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
tetraptera
ID:
1306413

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) M.J.Rocha & P.J.F.Guim.

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Int. J. Pl. Sci. 179(1): 71 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318867



Common Names

  • Rostranthera tetraptera
  • Four-Winged Rostranthera
  • Four-Winged Tree


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Description

Rostranthera tetraptera (also called Four-Winged Rostranthera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a woody stem. It is native to Brazil, and is found in open areas, such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas. It has small, white, star-shaped flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Rostranthera tetraptera is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rostranthera tetraptera are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rostranthera tetraptera is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a potting mix that is moist and well-draining.

Where to Find Rostranthera tetraptera

Rostranthera tetraptera can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Rostranthera tetraptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rostranthera tetraptera?

Rostranthera tetraptera

What is the common name of Rostranthera tetraptera?

Four-winged Rostranthera

What is the natural habitat of Rostranthera tetraptera?

It is native to Brazil and can be found in dry forests and savannas

Species in the Rostranthera genus

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
Paulo José Fernandes Guimarães: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.F.Guim.' in the authors string.
Maria José Reis Da Rocha: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.J.Rocha' in the authors string.