Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
tetragona
ID:
453328

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 4: 150. (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000452660



Common Names

  • Microcachrys tetragona
  • Tetragona Microcachrys
  • Tetragona Microcachrys Plant


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Description

Microcachrys tetragona (also called Four-angled Microcachrys, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the western United States and Canada. It typically grows in moist, open areas such as wetlands, streams, and rivers. It has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center, and thin, linear leaves with a tetragonal shape.

Uses & Benefits

Microcachrys tetragona has been used for medicinal purposes, such as for treating skin diseases, digestive disorders, and as an antiseptic. It has also been used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a fertilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microcachrys tetragona has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in a dense spike. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are slender and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microcachrys tetragona is an evergreen perennial that is native to Australia. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Microcachrys tetragona

Microcachrys tetragona is native to the alpine and subalpine regions of Australia.

Microcachrys tetragona FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microcachrys tetragona?

Microcachrys tetragona

What is the common name of Microcachrys tetragona?

Tetragon Microcachrys

What is the natural habitat of Microcachrys tetragona?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Microcachrys genus

Species in the Podocarpaceae family

Acmopyle pancheri, Acmopyle sahniana, Afrocarpus dawei, Afrocarpus falcatus, Afrocarpus gracilior, Afrocarpus mannii, Afrocarpus usambarensis, Dacrycarpus cinctus, Dacrycarpus compactus, Dacrycarpus cumingii, Dacrycarpus dacrydioides, Dacrycarpus expansus, Dacrycarpus imbricatus, Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis, Dacrycarpus steupii, Dacrycarpus vieillardii, Dacrydium suprinii, Dacrydium araucarioides, Dacrydium balansae, Dacrydium beccarii, Dacrydium comosum, Dacrydium cornwallianum, Dacrydium cupressinum, Dacrydium elatum, Dacrydium ericoides, Dacrydium gibbsiae, Dacrydium gracile, Dacrydium guillauminii, Dacrydium leptophyllum, Dacrydium lycopodioides, Dacrydium magnum, Dacrydium medium, Dacrydium nausoriense, Dacrydium nidulum, Dacrydium novoguineense, Dacrydium pectinatum, Dacrydium spathoides, Dacrydium xanthandrum, Dacrydium tenuifolium, Dacrydium vieillardii, Falcatifolium angustum, Falcatifolium falciforme, Falcatifolium gruezoi, Falcatifolium papuanum, Falcatifolium sleumeri, Falcatifolium taxoides, Falcatifolium falcatum, Halocarpus bidwillii, Halocarpus biformis, Halocarpus kirkii,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000452660: Placement according to April 2023 Classification