Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mitt.) Mitt. ex E.A. Hodgs. & Allison
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Transactions of the Royal Society of New Zealand, Botany. 1: 142. 1962
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000012832
Common Names
- Temnoma quadrifidum
- Quadrifid Temnoma
- Quadrifid's Temnoma
Description
Temnoma quadrifidum (also called 'Four-lobed Temnoma', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen, cushion-forming plant with short, thick, leathery leaves. It is native to the Falkland Islands, where it grows in open grassland, rocky slopes and coastal cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Temnoma quadrifidum has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating skin diseases, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Temnoma quadrifidum has small, yellow flowers with 4 petals and 4 stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, round and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Temnoma quadrifidum is a small, perennial, evergreen plant that grows in a wide range of habitats. It is easily propagated by division of the plant or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is tolerant of drought and frost and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Temnoma quadrifidum
Temnoma quadrifidum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Temnoma quadrifidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Temnoma quadrifidum?
Temnoma quadrifidum
What is the common name of Temnoma quadrifidum?
Four-lobed Temnoma
What is the habitat of Temnoma quadrifidum?
Found in moist, shady areas, often in mossy forests
Species in the Temnoma genus
Temnoma pilosum,
Temnoma quadripartitum,
Temnoma setigerum,
Temnoma chaetophylla,
Temnoma pulchellum,
Temnoma townrowiorum,
Temnoma angustifolium,
Temnoma palmatum,
Temnoma patagonicum,
Temnoma paucisetigerum,
Temnoma quadrifidum,
Species in the Pseudolepicoleaceae family
Archeophylla schusteri,
Archeophylla paradoxa,
Archeophylla pungens,
Castanoclobos julaceus,
Chaetocolea palmata,
Herzogiaria teres,
Isophyllaria attenuata,
Isophyllaria fuegiana,
Pseudolepicolea fryei,
Pseudolepicolea quadrilaciniata,
Pseudolepicolea grolleana,
Pseudolepicolea kuehnemannii,
Pseudolepicolea andoi,
Pseudolepicolea trollii,
Pseudolepicolea temnomoides,
Temnoma pilosum,
Temnoma quadripartitum,
Temnoma setigerum,
Temnoma chaetophylla,
Temnoma pulchellum,
Temnoma townrowiorum,
Temnoma angustifolium,
Temnoma palmatum,
Temnoma patagonicum,
Temnoma paucisetigerum,
Temnoma quadrifidum,