Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
rotundifolia
ID:
455967

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Merr. & L.M.Perry

Source:
ksu

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 22: 54 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455299



Common Names

  • Tetractomia rotundifolia
  • Tetractomia
  • Rotundifolia


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Synonyms

  • Terminthodia rotundifolia Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Tetractomia rotundifolia (also called Round-leaved Tetractomia, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tetractomia rotundifolia is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetractomia rotundifolia has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetractomia rotundifolia is a shrub that can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Tetractomia rotundifolia

Tetractomia rotundifolia is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Tetractomia rotundifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetractomia rotundifolia?

Tetractomia rotundifolia

What is the natural habitat of Tetractomia rotundifolia?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What is the flowering season of Tetractomia rotundifolia?

Spring

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,

References

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:775368-1: Based on the initial data import