Tetracoccus dioicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dioicus
ID:
322217
Status:
valid
Authors:
Parry
Source:
wcs
Year:
1885
Citation Micro:
W. Amer. Sci. 1: 13 (1885)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321549
Common Names
- Tetracoccus dioicus
- Dioecious Tetracoccus
- Tetracoccus
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- Tetracoccus engelmannii S.Watson [unknown]
Description
Tetracoccus dioicus (also called False Rooibos, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in mountainous regions.
Uses & Benefits
Tetracoccus dioicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tetracoccus dioicus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tetracoccus dioicus is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Tetracoccus dioicus
Tetracoccus dioicus can be found in South Africa.
Tetracoccus dioicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetracoccus dioicus?
Tetracoccus dioicus
What is the common name of Tetracoccus dioicus?
No common name
What type of plant is Tetracoccus dioicus?
Shrub
Species in the Tetracoccus genus
Species in the Picrodendraceae family
Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202346: Based on the initial data import
Charles Christopher Parry (1823-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parry' in the authors string.