Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pratensis
ID:
322301

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 6: 323 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321633



Common Names

  • Tetramicra pratensis
  • Pratensis
  • Tetramicra


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Synonyms

  • Bletia pratensis Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Tetramicra pratensis (also called 'Meadow Micra', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows up to 1 m in height and has small, white flowers. It grows in rocky outcrops and along the edges of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tetramicra pratensis is used as an ornamental plant, in traditional medicine, and to make essential oils. It has a pleasant aroma and is used to repel insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetramicra pratensis has a white flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetramicra pratensis is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, moist soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Division of the plant can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several smaller clumps and replanted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Tetramicra pratensis

Tetramicra pratensis is native to Uruguay and can be found in the Montevideo region.

Tetramicra pratensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetramicra pratensis?

Tetramicra pratensis

What type of plant is Tetramicra pratensis?

It is a shrub

Where is Tetramicra pratensis native to?

It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202437: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.