Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
dioicus
ID:
819853

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Contr. New South Wales Natl. Herb. 2: 408 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819187



Common Names

  • Tetrapilus dioicus
  • Four-toothed Tetraploid
  • Four-toothed Tetrapod


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Description

Tetrapilus dioicus (also called Two-flowered Tetrapilus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white to pale pink flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry scrub and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tetrapilus dioicus 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 dioicus is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a soil that is rich in organic matter and well-draining. It should be planted in a location that receives partial to full shade and is protected from strong winds. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer.

Where to Find Tetrapilus dioicus

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

Tetrapilus dioicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetrapilus dioicus?

Tetrapilus dioicus

What is the common name of Tetrapilus dioicus?

Four-petal Waterlily

What type of plant is Tetrapilus dioicus?

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

William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:611197-1: 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].