Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
brachiatus
ID:
819860

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lour.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1790

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cochinch. : 611 (1790)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819194



Common Names

  • Tetrapilus brachiatus
  • Branched Tetraploid
  • Branched Tetrapod


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Description

Tetrapilus brachiatus (also called Branched Tetrapilus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows up to 1 m tall and has white or pinkish flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tetrapilus brachiatus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tetrapilus brachiatus are white and have four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetrapilus brachiatus is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the Caribbean. It is a low-maintenance plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Tetrapilus brachiatus

Tetrapilus brachiatus can be found in the Caribbean, from the Bahamas to Trinidad and Tobago.

Tetrapilus brachiatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetrapilus brachiatus?

Tetrapilus brachiatus

What is the common name of Tetrapilus brachiatus?

Branched Waterlily

What type of plant is Tetrapilus brachiatus?

Aquatic perennial

Species in the Oleaceae family

Abeliophyllum distichum, Cartrema floridana, Cartrema scortechinii, Cartrema sumatrana, Cartrema americana, Chionanthus greenii, Chionanthus colonchensis, Chionanthus macrothyrsus, Chionanthus acunae, Chionanthus adamsii, Chionanthus albidiflorus, Chionanthus amblirrhinus, Chionanthus avilensis, Chionanthus axillaris, Chionanthus axilliflorus, Chionanthus bakeri, Chionanthus balgooyanus, Chionanthus beccarii, Chionanthus brachystachys, Chionanthus brassii, Chionanthus bumelioides, Chionanthus callophylloides, Chionanthus callophyllus, Chionanthus caudifolius, Chionanthus caymanensis, Chionanthus celebicus, Chionanthus clementis, Chionanthus compactus, Chionanthus cordulatus, Chionanthus coriaceus, Chionanthus crassifolius, Chionanthus crispus, Chionanthus curvicarpus, Chionanthus cuspidatus, Chionanthus decipiens, Chionanthus densiflorus, Chionanthus dictyophyllus, Chionanthus diversifolius, Chionanthus domingensis, Chionanthus dussii, Chionanthus ellipticus, Chionanthus enervis, Chionanthus eriorachis, Chionanthus evenius, Chionanthus ferrugineus, Chionanthus filiformis, Chionanthus fluminensis, Chionanthus gigas, Chionanthus globosus, Chionanthus glomeratus,

References

João de Loureiro (1710-1791): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lour.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:611193-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].