Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tetrameria
ID:
589691

Status:
valid

Authors:
Millsp.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 1: 401 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589023



Common Names

  • Casimiroa tetrameria
  • Tetrameria Casimiroa
  • Casimiroa tetrameria var. tetrameria


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Description

Casimiroa tetrameria (also called the Four-Part Casimiroa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rutaceae. It is a woody shrub or small tree with white flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry forests, scrub, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Casimiroa tetrameria is used for its edible fruits, which are rich in vitamin C and have a sweet, tart flavor. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Casimiroa tetrameria flower is white and has four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Casimiroa tetrameria is a fast-growing, evergreen tree with a rounded crown and a spreading canopy. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings.

Where to Find Casimiroa tetrameria

Casimiroa tetrameria is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas at elevations of 1,000-2,000 meters.

Casimiroa tetrameria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Casimiroa tetrameria?

Casimiroa tetrameria

What is the common name of Casimiroa tetrameria?

Four-winged Casimiroa

What type of plant is Casimiroa tetrameria?

Perennial tree

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,