Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
roseum
ID:
459707

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Martens & Galeotti) Standl. & Steyerm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser. 23: 235 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459039



Common Names

  • Tetranema Roseum
  • Roseum Tetranema
  • Tetranema


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Synonyms

  • Episcia rosea M.Martens & Galeotti [unknown]

Description

Tetranema roseum (also called Rose Tetranema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a small herb, growing up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are ovate in shape, and its flowers are pink or white.

Uses & Benefits

Tetranema roseum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetranema roseum has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetranema roseum is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 2 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed sowing or division of the mature plant. The seeds should be sown on a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid location until the seedlings have emerged, which can take up to a month.

Where to Find Tetranema roseum

Tetranema roseum is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Tetranema roseum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetranema roseum?

Tetranema roseum

What is the common name of Tetranema roseum?

Roseum

What is the natural habitat of Tetranema roseum?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Tetranema genus

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Martin Martens (1797-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Martens' in the authors string.
Henri Guillaume Galeotti (1814-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeotti' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:251748-2: 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].