Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
tetramerum
ID:
274006

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.S.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 70: 30 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273338



Common Names

  • Tetramerum Pilidiostigma
  • Tetramerum False Foxglove
  • Tetramerum Baby's Breath


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Description

Pilidiostigma tetramerum (also called Four-merous Pilidiostigma, among many other common names) is an erect shrub or small tree growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It is found in lowland and hill forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilidiostigma tetramerum is a plant native to South America and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a sweet scent and is often used in leis and other decorations. It is also used in traditional South American medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilidiostigma tetramerum has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have thin stems with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilidiostigma tetramerum is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Pilidiostigma tetramerum

Pilidiostigma tetramerum can be found in tropical regions of South America and Central America.

Pilidiostigma tetramerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilidiostigma tetramerum?

Pilidiostigma tetramerum

What is the common name of Pilidiostigma tetramerum?

Four-parted Pilidiostigma

What is the natural habitat of Pilidiostigma tetramerum?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South and Southeast Asia

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

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