Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Species:
grandifolium
ID:
1253645

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sleumer

Source:
tro

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 16b: 19 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252983



Common Names

  • Tetrastylidium Grandifolium
  • Large-Leaved Tetrastylidium
  • Large-Leaved Flower


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Description

Tetrastylidium grandifolium (also called Large-leaved Tetrastylidium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with white flowers and large, ovate leaves. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tetrastylidium grandifolium is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetrastylidium grandifolium has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetrastylidium grandifolium is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m in height. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Tetrastylidium grandifolium

Tetrastylidium grandifolium can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Tetrastylidium grandifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetrastylidium grandifolium?

Tetrastylidium grandifolium

What are the common names of Tetrastylidium grandifolium?

Large-leaved Tetrastylidium

What type of plant is Tetrastylidium grandifolium?

Herb

Species in the Tetrastylidium genus

Species in the Olacaceae family

Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,

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